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Over the years Scotland
Yard and the BIPS (Blue Ice Protection Squad) have come up with some unique
ways to protect the Royal Family from this danger. Some methods have been
rather simple while others, like the creation of BIPS, have been quite elaborate.
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Umbrellas: What appears
to be a simple plastic umbrella is actually a reinforced, armored head covering.
Her Majesty prefers to use this umbrella on days she is feeling particularly
vulnerable. Notice in the picture the sun is shining and it isn't raining. |
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Motorcade: The Queen's
newer Bentleys and Rolls Royces have all gone through the Royal Armoury
for additonal, protective devices. This partial diagram shows upgrades areas
with additional armor and heated panels (to melt any blue ice that hits
the motorcade). |
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The Carriage: Photo:
Royal Armourers roll away the carriage for blue ice protection upgrades. |
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