Intelligence network

Definition

A system of spies, informants and contacts used to gather information about threats.

Used by Edexcel

Paper 2

The government’s intelligence network uncovered the conspiracy before it succeeded. Francis Walsingham, Elizabeth’s principal secretary, played an important role in developing this network.
Revise: Plots and Revolts

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GCSE History · key term

A system of spies, informants and contacts used to gather information about threats.

Used by Edexcel

Paper 2

The government’s intelligence network uncovered the conspiracy before it succeeded. Francis Walsingham, Elizabeth’s principal secretary, played an important role in developing this network.
Revise: Plots and Revolts

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