I COULD TELL YOU BUT THEN YOU WOULD HAVE TO BE DESTROYED BY ME unveils the enigmatic world of military black operations through a collection of over 70 declassified patches from secretive Pentagon projects. Trevor Paglen’s investigative work deciphers the symbolism and narratives embedded in these emblems, offering a rare glimpse into clandestine military culture and the visual language of secrecy. This compilation not only illuminates hidden facets of defense programs but also reflects on the intersection of art, secrecy, and organizational identity. Art, Trevor Paglen, Melville House, 2010 Melville House 978-1935554141 Trevor Paglen 2010