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The ideal location is one where the drop can be made and retrieved without attracting attention. Marking the Drop : To signal the presence of a dead drop, spies often used a predetermined marking or sign. This could be as subtle as a chalk mark on a wall, a strategically placed object (e.g., a rock or stick), or even a piece of litter.