Foreign Relations of the United States, 1961–1963, American Republics; Cuba 1961–1962; Cuban Missile Crisis and Aftermath, Volumes X/XI/XII, Microfiche Supplement

253. Telegram 4292 to CIA from Agency personnel in Nicaragua, April 18¹

Nicaragua, April 18, 1961, 1623Z

Emergency [illegible in the original] cite

[less than 1 line not declassified]

1. Believe all sea furies and T–335 hampering ground and air operations located San Antonio. Strikes early morning darkness 18 April unsuccessful due to low scud and haze and city blackout. Now plan max effort either sunset or predawn on this base using all ordnance available. Request approval.

2. Request approval use contract crews.

End of message

1. Report of unsuccessful attacks; request for approval later attack and use of contract crews. Top Secret. 1 p. CIA Files: Job 85–00664R, Box 4, Vol I.