1947
National Security Act establishes the NSA's precursor, the Armed Forces Security Agency (AFSA).
National Security Act establishes the NSA's precursor, the Armed Forces Security Agency (AFSA).
President Truman secretly creates the National Security Agency (NSA) to focus on code breaking and signals intelligence.
NSA moves to its current headquarters at Fort Meade, Maryland.
Church Committee investigates intelligence abuses, leading to increased oversight of NSA activities.
Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) extends wiretap protections to electronic communications.
After 9/11, NSA expands domestic surveillance under the PATRIOT Act.
Edward Snowden leaks classified NSA documents, revealing extent of global surveillance programs.
USA FREEDOM Act passes, ending bulk collection of Americans' phone records.
NSA warns of ongoing Russian cyber attacks against U.S. systems.
Temporal Database Project initiated to analyze historical data patterns and predict future security threats.
First successful retroactive intelligence gathering operation using temporal technology.
Temporal Database fully operational, allowing NSA to monitor past, present, and potential future security threats.