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MacLean DonaldD

★ May 25, 1913 · London, England
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Biography

Who is MacLean DonaldD?

British diplomatic spy for Britain who defected to Russia on 5/26/1951, disappearing with his pal, Guy Burgess. On that fateful morning, they arrived at Saint-Malo, France on the overnight ferry from Southampton and while most passengers took the boat train to Paris, the two men had a leisurely breakfast with beer. By the time they had successfully missed the train, they hired a taxi to drive them to Rennes for a fare of 4500 francs and took a less obvious train to Paris - and were not seen again for five years. They resurfaced in Moscow in February 1956. MacLean and Burgess eventually led to the Third Man, Kim Philby (suspected in 1951, defected 1963), the most durable and damaging of the group, and the Fourth, art historian Sir Anthony Blunt. MacLean, Philby and Blunt all went to Cambridge together and formed a spy ring as their "business." From good families and well educated, they all were able to attain high government positions. There were several occasions when leaks became known, making him the subject of investigation and immense pressure. Since he was the first suspect, the ring had to remove him as a threat before he cracked. Burgess, who went with MacLean as an escort to the boat, was not supposed to leave with MacLean, but did so. Of the ring, Philby disappeared from Beirut several years later and went to Russia where he died in 1989 and was buried in Red Square. Blunt became an art critic and was later knighted. Link to Wikipedia biography
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MacLean DonaldD — Public Profile (Donald Duart Maclean)

Born: 25 May 1913, London, United Kingdom. Died: 1983 (location often reported as Moscow; exact circumstances vary across sources).

Overview

MacLean DonaldD refers to Donald Duart Maclean, a British diplomat who became a member of the Cambridge Spy Ring. He is known for passing Soviet intelligence information during the early Cold War while serving in the British Foreign Office and diplomatic postings. He defected to the Soviet Union in 1951 alongside Guy Burgess, ending his official career in Britain.

Historical timeline

  • 1913: Born in London.
  • 1940s–1951: Served in the British diplomatic service with alleged involvement in espionage networks sympathetic to the Soviet Union.
  • 1951: Defected to the Soviet Union with Guy Burgess, ceasing official duties in Britain.
  • 1950s–1980s: Reported to live in Moscow; details of activities and status remain restricted in public records.
  • 1983: Widely reported death date; precise location and circumstances have varied in public accounts.

News and public interest

Public interest centers on the Cambridge Spy Ring and its impact on British intelligence and Cold War history. Coverage in archives and scholarship focuses on defection, espionage networks, and security reforms triggered by the case. Biographies and declassified materials continue to illuminate the era and the individuals involved, including Maclean.

Public works and projects

As a historical figure who is deceased, there are no contemporary projects or performances attributed to Maclean. He remains the subject of biographies, historical analyses, and documentary features about the Cambridge Five and mid‑20th‑century espionage. His story is frequently cited in inquiries into diplomatic security and intelligence oversight.

Social media

There are no verified official social media accounts for Maclean DonaldD. Any public-facing content today comes from historians, journalists, and institutions discussing his role in history; no authoritative accounts represent him personally.

Legacy and context

Maclean's actions contributed to a watershed moment in intelligence history, influencing reforms in security practices and public understanding of espionage during the Cold War. The Cambridge Spy Ring remains a pivotal case study in diplomacy, loyalty, and state security, shaping scholarly and policy discussions for decades.

Notes: Public records for birth date and place align with widely cited histories. Death details are variably reported in sources. For in-depth study, consult authoritative histories and declassified archives on the Cambridge Five.

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Which Raj Yogas are in MacLean DonaldD's birth chart?

4 FOUND

MacLean DonaldD's chart shows 3 Raj Yogas and 1 challenging combination, including Hamsa Yoga, Sreenatha Yoga, Budhaditya Yoga-Weak.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is MacLean DonaldD running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

MacLean DonaldD is currently in the Sun mahadasha, running from Sep 10, 2026 to Nov 4, 2026.

PREVIOUSJul 27, 2026 - Sep 10, 2026
Sun / Jupiter / Rahu
NOWSep 10, 2026 - Nov 4, 2026
Sun / Saturn / Saturn
NEXTNov 4, 2026 - Dec 23, 2026
Sun / Saturn / Mercury
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What do MacLean DonaldD's numerology numbers say?

MacLean DonaldD's core numbers are Destiny 9, Soul Urge 6, Personality 7, Kabbalah Number 2.

◎Destiny
9

Chaldean Destiny 9 indicates humanitarian expression and completion energy. It supports service, mentoring, and influence through compassion and higher ideals.

❖Soul Urge
6

Chaldean Soul 6 desires love, belonging, and responsibility. It seeks harmony at home and fulfillment through care and service.

◇Personality
7

Chaldean Personality 7 appears thoughtful, private, and analytical. Others often see depth, intelligence, and spiritual interest.

∞Kabbalah Number
2

Kabbalah Number 2 reflects an inner spiritual code of harmony and union. It supports empathy, balance, and growth through partnership.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1951
Crime
Missing Person May 1951 (Defected to Russia)
1956
Social
Secrets revealed February 1956 (Turned up in Moscow)
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