[2] Blake's intelligence career began during World War II when he served in the United States Army.
Blake was stationed in Washington, D.C., and continued working there after the end of World War II.
At the CIA, Blake's assignments included a tour of duty in Germany before later switching to administration.
From August 1977 to February 1978, Blake served as acting Deputy Director of Central Intelligence.
[2] He received an honorary doctorate in strategic studies from the National Defense Intelligence College.