Did Queen Elizabeth narrowly escape danger during her 1983 trip to the US? Shocking FBI documents revealed!
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For those of us who count ourselves as dedicated royal watchers, it's always fascinating to learn more about them – especially when it comes to their travels around the world. Recently, FBI records have unveiled an alarming piece of history that might have slipped by unnoticed by even the most avid monarchist in the SDC community.
Indeed, secret FBI documents now publicly available reveal a sinister plan to 'harm Queen Elizabeth' during her visit to the United States in 1983. The queen's tour, accompanied by her husband, Prince Philip, included a stop in San Francisco during March of that year.
According to the documents, a San Francisco police officer who often frequented a pub known for its Irish Republican Army sympathisers received a chilling phone call in February 1983 from a man claiming his daughter had been tragically killed in Northern Ireland by a rubber bullet. The distressed man continued to tell the officer that he planned to 'attempt to harm Queen Elizabeth' in retaliation for his daughter's death.
The malevolent plan was twofold; the man sought to either throw an object from the Golden Gate Bridge onto the queen’s royal yacht or attempt to take her life during a visit to the picturesque Yosemite National Park.
According to the documents, in response to this dire threat, the United States Secret Service intended to close off the bridge’s walkways as the yacht approached.
It's important to note that the names of the police officer and the caller were redacted in the documents, and there's no indication of whether additional precautions were taken during Her Majesty's visit to Yosemite National Park or if any arrests were ever made in connection with the alleged threat.
Thankfully, as a March 7, 1983, memo confirmed, the queen's visit to the United States concluded 'without incident' and 'no further investigation was warranted’. The royal tour continued, unmarred by any tragic events.
The documents also highlight other security concerns related to the queen's visits to various American cities. When she attended a Baltimore Orioles baseball game with then-President George H.W. Bush in May 1991, the queen was met by several dozen protesters condemning Britain’s policy in Northern Ireland.
Looking back, we are grateful that Queen Elizabeth II remained unscathed during her various visits to the United States. These newly released documents remind us of the intricate behind-the-scenes work towards the safety and well-being of our most beloved and respected figures.
As our Seniors Discount Club members know, the world of the British Royals is always full of fascinating and often surprising stories that span decades. Who knows what other intriguing tales will emerge as we continue to explore their rich history! Make sure to stay tuned with us as we bring you the best (and sometimes the most unexpected) stories from the regal world.
Indeed, secret FBI documents now publicly available reveal a sinister plan to 'harm Queen Elizabeth' during her visit to the United States in 1983. The queen's tour, accompanied by her husband, Prince Philip, included a stop in San Francisco during March of that year.
New unclassified documents show that Queen Elizabeth II was a target during a visit to the USA in the 1980's. Source: Shutterstock.
According to the documents, a San Francisco police officer who often frequented a pub known for its Irish Republican Army sympathisers received a chilling phone call in February 1983 from a man claiming his daughter had been tragically killed in Northern Ireland by a rubber bullet. The distressed man continued to tell the officer that he planned to 'attempt to harm Queen Elizabeth' in retaliation for his daughter's death.
The malevolent plan was twofold; the man sought to either throw an object from the Golden Gate Bridge onto the queen’s royal yacht or attempt to take her life during a visit to the picturesque Yosemite National Park.
According to the documents, in response to this dire threat, the United States Secret Service intended to close off the bridge’s walkways as the yacht approached.
It's important to note that the names of the police officer and the caller were redacted in the documents, and there's no indication of whether additional precautions were taken during Her Majesty's visit to Yosemite National Park or if any arrests were ever made in connection with the alleged threat.
Thankfully, as a March 7, 1983, memo confirmed, the queen's visit to the United States concluded 'without incident' and 'no further investigation was warranted’. The royal tour continued, unmarred by any tragic events.
Looking back, we are grateful that Queen Elizabeth II remained unscathed during her various visits to the United States. These newly released documents remind us of the intricate behind-the-scenes work towards the safety and well-being of our most beloved and respected figures.
As our Seniors Discount Club members know, the world of the British Royals is always full of fascinating and often surprising stories that span decades. Who knows what other intriguing tales will emerge as we continue to explore their rich history! Make sure to stay tuned with us as we bring you the best (and sometimes the most unexpected) stories from the regal world.
