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Unlocked: Bonus Episode 34 - The Secret Lives of Timothy McVeigh pt. 4: CALSPAN, NORTHSTAR, and PATCON, feat. Wendy Painting
Jan 20, 2023
Author Wendy Painting discusses Timothy McVeigh's time in National Guard, security work at CALSPAN, involvement in operation NORTHSTAR, and potential link to PATCON in a deep dive into the secretive world of aerospace technologies and military contracts.
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- McVeigh's employment at CALSPAN sparks speculation about potential covert operations and psychological effects on him.
- McVeigh's fascination with UFOs and North Star program at CALSPAN hints at a mysterious link between his personal interests and professional environment.
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McVay's Drastic Personality Changes and Paranoia
After returning to Fort Riley, McVay's drastic personality changes were noticed by his colleagues. They independently reported his increasing paranoia, erratic behavior, and obsession with enemies. McVay began keeping guns everywhere, associating with militia members and white supremacist groups, and distributing copies of the Turner diaries. His fixation on political conspiracy theories and covert operations intensified.
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