Philby's Betrayal Unveiled
Philby's defection to the Soviet Union in 1963 ignited a media frenzy, revealing deep-seated issues within British intelligence. Despite suspicions surrounding him, the agency chose to overlook evidence of his betrayal, leading to a scandal that questioned both their competence and integrity. As investigative journalism took hold, the narrative shifted from Philby as a super spy to a reflection on systemic failures within intelligence operations.In this clip
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SPY@20 – “The Spy of the Century” – Curators Alexis and Andrew on Kim Philby
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