Historical Events tagged with "Roderick Maclean"
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Crime & Law
Queen Victoria Escapes Assassination Attempt
March 2nd, 1882 143 years ago
Roderick Maclean attempted to assassinate Queen Victoria while she was attending a public event at Windsor. Armed with a revolver, he fired at her; however, the shot missed. The quick response of the local authorities and a nearby police officer helped apprehend Maclean, preventing what could have been a significant tragedy. This incident underscored the risks faced by public figures, particularly monarchs, in an age of increasing political discontent.
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