Mystery AtlasRuby Ridge Standoff
An August 1992 armed standoff in Idaho between federal agents and the Weaver family that left Sammy and Vicki Weaver dead; a 1994 Justice Department review found serious FBI conduct and rules-of-engagement failures.
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Events
Ruby Ridge Standoff is frequently compared to Waco Siege — Occurred within a year of each other and are jointly credited by researchers with catalysing the 1990s US militia movement.
Organisations & Programmes
Ruby Ridge Standoff was operated by Federal Bureau of Investigation — A US Marshals surveillance operation preceded the standoff; the FBI's Hostage Rescue Team led the 11-day siege itself.
Concepts & Beliefs
Ruby Ridge Standoff influenced US Militia Movement.