Sources & Further Reading
Where to learn more.
This memorial draws on the public historical record. The references below are a starting point for anyone wishing to read further, from official reports to first-hand accounts.
The official record
The Accident Report
The UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch's report on the destruction of N739PA (Aircraft Accident Report 2/90).
The Trial Record
HM Advocate v Al Megrahi — the case heard under Scots law at the special court convened at Camp Zeist.
The Lockerbie Cairn
Arlington National Cemetery, home to the memorial cairn of 270 Scottish sandstone blocks.
Remembrance Scholars
Syracuse University's remembrance programme, honouring the 35 students lost and continuing their memory.
Books & first-hand accounts
The Lockerbie Bombing: A Father's Search for Justice — Jim Swire & Peter Biddulph. The account of a father who lost his daughter Flora and spent decades seeking answers.
Megrahi: You Are My Jury — John Ashton. A detailed examination of the case against Abdelbaset al-Megrahi and his conviction.
The Price of Terror — Allan Gerson & Jerry Adler. The families' long pursuit of accountability through the courts.
These titles present a range of perspectives, some contested; they are listed for further reading rather than as endorsement of any single interpretation.
Film & broadcast
The disaster and its long aftermath have been the subject of numerous documentaries and dramatisations produced by broadcasters in the UK and the United States. Search reputable broadcasters and archives for the most accurate and up-to-date programmes.
A note on sourcing
Content on this site has been compiled in good faith from widely published, public-domain historical accounts. Some details of the investigation and trial remain the subject of legal debate and differing interpretation. External links are provided for convenience; this site is not responsible for the content of external pages, and details such as access, opening times and web addresses may change over time.