Lockerbie Bombing
A tragic flight shattered lives and ignited a geopolitical firestorm, but the truth behind the Lockerbie bombing remains shrouded in conspiracy and unanswered questions.
Quick Facts
- Period
- 1988 - 1988
- Region
- United Kingdom/Libya
- Key Figures
- Dr. Jim Swire, Susan Cohen, Abdelbaset al-Megrahi +1 more
Key Figures
Dr. Jim Swire
Victim's Advocate
Families of Flight 103Dr. Jim Swire, a British physician, emerged as a prominent figure in the quest for justice following the Lockerbie bombi...
Susan Cohen
Victim's Advocate
Families of Flight 103Susan Cohen emerged as a formidable voice for justice following the tragic loss of her daughter, Theodora, in the Locker...
Abdelbaset al-Megrahi
Libyan Intelligence Officer
Libyan GovernmentAbdelbaset al-Megrahi was a Libyan intelligence officer whose alleged involvement in the Lockerbie bombing of 1988 cast ...
William Webster
CIA Director
CIAWilliam Webster stands as a complex and pivotal figure in the annals of U.S. intelligence history, particularly noted fo...
The Story
This narrative combines documented history with dramatized scenes for storytelling purposes.
Origins & Discovery
On December 21, 1988, the world was shaken when Pan Am Flight 103, a Boeing 747-121, was obliterated over the Scottish town of Lockerbie, claiming the lives of ...
The Evidence
CHAPTER 2: The Evidence In the wake of the Lockerbie bombing on December 21, 1988, investigators faced an overwhelming and complex scene. Pan Am Flight 103 had...
Key Players
CHAPTER 3: Key Players The Lockerbie bombing, which claimed the lives of 270 people on December 21, 1988, involved a cast of central figures, each playing a pi...
Investigations & Cover-ups
CHAPTER 4: Investigations & Cover-ups The investigation into the Lockerbie bombing, which claimed 270 lives on December 21, 1988, was marked by a complex web o...
Legacy & Revelations
CHAPTER 5: Legacy & Revelations More than three decades after the Lockerbie bombing, the legacy of that fateful flight endures, marked by ongoing revelations a...
Timeline
Pan Am Flight 103 Disaster
Pan Am Flight 103 explodes over Lockerbie, Scotland, killing 270 people. This incident marks one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in history.
Location: Lockerbie, Scotland
Investigation Begins
The initial investigation into the Lockerbie bombing is launched by Scottish authorities, with assistance from the FBI and other agencies.
Location: Lockerbie, Scotland
Evidence of Libyan Involvement
The FBI announces that forensic examinations indicate the bomb was placed on the aircraft in Malta, pointing to Libyan operatives.
Location: Malta
Arrest Warrant Issued
The FBI issues a warrant for the arrest of Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, identifying him as a key suspect in the bombing.
Location: United States
Libya Accepts Responsibility
Libya agrees to accept responsibility for the bombing and agrees to pay compensation to the victims' families, leading to the lifting of sanctions.
Location: Tripoli, Libya
Trial of al-Megrahi Begins
The trial of Abdelbaset al-Megrahi begins in a special court in the Netherlands, amid intense media scrutiny.
Location: Holland
Al-Megrahi Convicted
Abdelbaset al-Megrahi is convicted for his role in the bombing and sentenced to life in prison.
Location: Holland
Al-Megrahi Released
Abdelbaset al-Megrahi is released from prison on compassionate grounds, sparking outrage among victims' families.
Location: Scotland
Classified Documents Released
The U.S. government releases classified documents that provide new insights into the Lockerbie investigation, suggesting prior knowledge of al-Megrahi's involvement.
Location: United States
New Investigative Reports
Investigative journalists uncover discrepancies in the evidence presented at al-Megrahi's trial, fueling calls for further inquiry.
Location: United Kingdom
Calls for Public Inquiry
Families of the victims continue to advocate for a public inquiry into the Lockerbie bombing, highlighting the need for transparency.
Location: United Kingdom
Ongoing Investigations
New investigations into the Lockerbie bombing are announced, as families and advocates continue to seek justice.
Location: United Kingdom
Sources
- journalismThe Lockerbie Bombing: A New Investigation
An investigative report by The Guardian.
- journalismPan Am Flight 103: The Lockerbie Bombing
A detailed overview of the Lockerbie bombing by BBC.
- journalismThe Lockerbie Bombing: A Comprehensive Study
A retrospective analysis of the Lockerbie bombing.
- journalismThe Lockerbie Bombing: 30 Years On
A commemoration of the Lockerbie bombing's impact.
- government_documentLockerbie: The Search for Truth
C-SPAN coverage of the Lockerbie investigation.
- government_documentLibya and the Lockerbie Bombing
A statement from the U.S. State Department on Libya's involvement.
- journalismThe Lockerbie Case: A Timeline
A timeline of events surrounding the Lockerbie bombing.
- government_documentFinal Report of the Lockerbie Investigation
Official report detailing the Lockerbie investigation.
- government_documentPan Am Flight 103: The Lockerbie Bombing
FBI overview of the Lockerbie bombing investigation.
- academic_paperThe Lockerbie Bombing: A Historical Perspective
An academic paper analyzing the political implications of the Lockerbie bombing.
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