</s>104-10180-10210 2025 RELEASE UNDER THE PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY ASSASSINATION RECORDS ACT OF 1992 Chief of Station, J.J.NAVKE. X. A.R.S. Chief, Eastern J.Sienisiewicz Pliviation TYPIC Chief, Western J.K. KNIGHT to Widow of Roter DI GERVERNO ACTION REFERENCE TO Letter From Fletcher H. KNIGHTS to Widow or Roter Di GERVERINO Action required: For Your Information Forwarded under separate cover attachment is a copy of a letter from Fletcher H, KNIGHT TO the widow of Peter D1 GRENVO for your information. Ellen F. MARGARY Attachment: Letter u/s/c Distribution: 3-COS, JUNAVS w/att w/at/e/c 301-2-2949 GRUE REFERENCI TO DATE DATE UPFOS-10515 CLASSIFICATION S.C.R E.T. HG FILE NUMBER 201-2744049 ORIGINATING 1 May 1968 OFFICIANTICIATICI OFFICIAL NAME Distribution : WH/COG/OPS Nancy/Gia/Graf CATE COORDINATING 1-RID 1-W/W/REC/C/C C/N/COC/OPS 1-WH/CG/G/OPS 1-Original/or C/NH/OG/ODS RECASIO) OFFICIAI NAME OFFICICIATION GATE C.WH COG DISPATCH MAYA. G. GRAVINY S3 US PREVIOUS EDITION

Summary:  
The documents detail CIA operational records involving non-official cover assignments for agents in Latin America, including Venezuela, Cuba, and Mexico. Peter J. Di Gervano (also referred to as Peter D1 GRENVO) is central to multiple entries, with discussions about his proposed cover as a consultant for Roberts Electronic and Engineering Service, financial arrangements, logistical preparations for relocation to Caracas, and operational security clearances. Emilio Rodrigues is assigned to Venezuela for projects like CHIVAC and CITILIT, with noted security risks and financial costs exceeding $40,000 annually. Robert S. Hunkeler, a CIA contract agent, is described as involved in clandestine activities across Latin America and the Caribbean, including surveillance on political figures and recruitment of operatives through business ventures like NALAD Corporation. A classified message from July 10, 1965, references an individual identified as "DI GERVERNO" (possibly an alias) traveling under "Leon Bernada" to Mexico City, with operational logistics tied to secure communication channels and file numbers.  

Key People:  
- Peter J. Di Gervano (also referred to as Peter D1 GRENVO)  
- Emilio Rodrigues  
- Robert S. Hunkeler  
- Pauline Juanita Rodriguez (wife of Emilio Rodrigues, identified as a potential cover operative)  
- Fletcher H. Knight  
- William V. Broe (Chief, Western Hemisphere Division)  
- Peter J. DiCorveno (Staff officer, WHI division)  
- COS (Chief of Station, JMWAVE)  
- Case Officers (WAVE Station)  

Key Locations:  
- Caracas, Venezuela  
- Miami, Florida  
- Havana, Cuba  
- Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic  
- Panama  
- Prado Hotel, Mexico City  
- Mexico (general reference)  

Key Events:  
- Proposed non-official cover assignment for Peter J. Di Gervano in Caracas with logistical and security preparations  
- Assignment of Emilio Rodrigues to Venezuela for CHIVAC/CITILIT projects, including financial cost analysis and security concerns  
- Recruitment and operational activities of Robert S. Hunkeler in Latin America, including surveillance on political figures and business ventures  
- Scheduled visit by "DI GERVERNO" (alias "Leon Bernada") to Mexico City stations on July 12–13, 1965  
- Administrative discussions regarding contract renewals, operational opportunities, and headquarters reviews for agents  

Key Organizations:  
- Central Cover Staff (CIA)  
- Roberts Electronic and Engineering Service  
- CIA Western Hemisphere Division  
- NALAD Corporation (North & Latin American Development Corporation)  
- Florida Colombia Alliance  
- Dominican-American Chamber of Commerce  
- Miami-Dade County Chamber of Commerce  
- International Affairs Council of the Miami-Dade County Chamber of Commerce  
- Chamber of Commerce of the Americas  
- COHEP (Consejo Nacional de Empresas Privadas)  
- W/3/Venezuela (referenced in assignment discussions)  
- CHIVAC, CITILIT (projects associated with Rodrigues’ potential role)

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