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ITN/5/3/140
Title
Princess Anne Kidnap Attempt
Date(s)
- 5 July 1974 (Creation)
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1 photograph
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(1955 - present)
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London. Three police officers who helped save Princess Anne from a gunman in The Mall are to receive bravery awards. Princess Anne's bodyguard, Inspector James Beaton (centre), is awarded the George Cross, PC Michael Hills (left) is awarded the George Medal, and Detective Constable Peter Edmonds wins the Queen's Gallantry Medal. Embargo: not for publication before 0001 hours, Friday 5 July 1974. See PA story "Medals" timed 1530 and onwards
Agency: Press Association
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Copyright: Press Association