Was there a patron saint of spies and intelligence-gathering operatives?

Answer 1

Saint Joshua is the patron saint of spies and intelligence professionals. Joshua was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. Although the Catholic Church has never cannonized Joshua, due to his association with espionage, convention has him the Patron Saint of spies and intelligence professionals. He is also considered the Patron Saint of literature and reading.