Oleg Gordievsky
colonel of the KGB
1938 — 2025
Quick Facts
Profession
colonel of the KGB
Born
October 10, 1938
Died
2025 (age ~87)
Name Origin
Russian
Timeline
writer, diplomat, double agent
Soviet UnionBorn in MoscowDied in Godalming
1938
Born in Moscow (1938-10-10)
2007
AwardCompanion of the Order of St Michael and St George
2025
Died in Godalming
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Oleg Gordievsky?+
Oleg Gordievsky is colonel of the KGB. Born in 1938.
What does the name Oleg mean?+
The name Oleg means "male given name (Олег)". It is of Russian origin.
When was Oleg Gordievsky born?+
Oleg Gordievsky was born on October 10, 1938.
When did Oleg Gordievsky die?+
Oleg Gordievsky died in 2025, at approximately 87 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Олег)
The name Oleg is of Russian origin, meaning "male given name (Олег)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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