JOURNAL ARTICLE

KIM PHILBY: BRITAIN'S BIGGEST TRAITOR.

  • Published In: All About History, 2025, n. 154. P. 46 1 of 3

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: McKelvie, Callum 3 of 3

Abstract

Kim Philby, a prominent UK intelligence operative, was revealed to be a Soviet double-agent who passed secrets to the enemy for decades. Philby, along with the Cambridge Five spy-ring, stole confidential documents and sabotaged operations, with Philby being considered the deadliest of the group. His recruitment by the KGB, espionage activities in Spain, and eventual defection to Moscow in 1963 are detailed, along with his role in the disastrous Operation Valuable. Philby's life in Moscow, memoir publication, and controversial legacy are also discussed, shedding light on his complex motivations and lasting impact on Cold War history. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:All About History. 2025/04, Issue 154, p46
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2052-5877
  • Accession Number:183741932
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