Jim Swire
Jim Swire
Jim Swire (pronounced: jim sw-eye-r) is a prominent British medical doctor and campaigner, best known for his advocacy work related to the Lockerbie bombing.
Etymology
The name 'Jim' is a diminutive form of 'James', derived from the Hebrew name 'Jacob', meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'. 'Swire' is an English surname of Old Norse origin, meaning 'swift' or 'active'.
Biography
Jim Swire was born in the United Kingdom. He studied medicine at the University of Cambridge, one of the world's leading academic centres. After completing his studies, he worked as a general practitioner for many years.
In 1988, Swire's daughter Flora was killed in the Lockerbie bombing. Since then, he has been a tireless campaigner for justice for the victims of the tragedy, questioning the official narrative and seeking a full public inquiry into the incident. He has also been a vocal critic of the criminal justice system, particularly in relation to the trial and conviction of Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, the man found guilty of the bombing.
Related Terms
- Lockerbie bombing: A terrorist attack that occurred on 21 December 1988, when Pan Am Flight 103 was destroyed by a bomb, killing all 243 passengers and 16 crew on board, as well as 11 people on the ground in the town of Lockerbie, Scotland.
- University of Cambridge: A collegiate public research university in Cambridge, England, established in 1209.
- Criminal justice system: The system of practices and institutions of governments directed at upholding social control, deterring and mitigating crime, or sanctioning those who violate laws with criminal penalties and rehabilitation efforts.
- Abdelbaset al-Megrahi: A Libyan intelligence officer who was the only person ever convicted for the 1988 Lockerbie bombing.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Jim Swire
- Wikipedia's article - Jim Swire
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