Topic: Constantine Wire

6 chapters across the catalog

MHARCHIVES 1996: Mike Hanson & Catherine Matteson Branch Davidian Survivor [O1 K4koRYmM]
34:43 - 36:58

MHARCHIVES 1996: Mike Hanson & Catherine Matteson Branch Davidian Survivor [O1 K4koRYmM]

Surrender Attempts, Ramsey Clark Lawsuit

The host and Madison debate why residents did not simply walk out, with Madison explaining that there was no opportunity to surrender and that helicopters were firing without warning. They discuss the installation of "Constantine wire" (concertina wire) that trapped residents inside. The host mentions a billion-dollar lawsuit led by Ramsey Clark to uncover the truth.

Mike Hanson(Classic Interview 1995) With Catherine Matteson(passed Away Oct. 6, 2009) [WTIfnuQxgAw]
38:04 - 40:21

Mike Hanson(Classic Interview 1995) With Catherine Matteson(passed Away Oct. 6, 2009) [WTIfnuQxgAw]

Tactical Containment, Ramsey Clark Lawsuit

A caller questions why the Davidians did not simply walk out to surrender, leading Matteson to describe the terrifying reality of being fired upon in one's home. She mentions the use of "Constantine wire" (concertina wire) to prevent anyone from leaving or entering the compound. Mike Hanson notes that former Attorney General Ramsey Clark is involved in a billion-dollar lawsuit against the government on behalf of the survivors.

You Burn It We Build It The Phoenix Project 1995 To Present Day A Lot Of Unseen Footage [iAfRzQ3gbbw]
34:54 - 37:11

You Burn It We Build It The Phoenix Project 1995 To Present Day A Lot Of Unseen Footage [iAfRzQ3gbbw]

Constantine Wire, Razor Wire Hazards at Mount Carmel

Survivor Catherine Matteson describes the "Constantine wire" (razor wire) placed around the Mount Carmel compound, which she claims prevented residents from escaping through windows. She details the extreme sharpness of the wire and her experience being sent to the Gatesville facility in a white outfit after the siege.

You Burn It We Build It The Phoenix Project 1995 To Present Day A Lot Of Unseen Footage [iAfRzQ3gbbw]
1:45:12 - 1:46:42

You Burn It We Build It The Phoenix Project 1995 To Present Day A Lot Of Unseen Footage [iAfRzQ3gbbw]

Ramsey Clark, Billion Dollar Lawsuit Against Government

The segment discusses the billion-dollar lawsuit led by former Attorney General Ramsey Clark against the federal government. It reiterates that the presence of razor wire and tanks made it impossible for the residents to leave the compound as the government claimed.

28 Year Old  Revelations Of Jeff Davis & Mike Hanson [4m IN WKIi0]
50:03 - 53:23

28 Year Old Revelations Of Jeff Davis & Mike Hanson [4m IN WKIi0]

Razor Wire, Gatesville Prison Experience

A survivor describes the "Constantine wire" (razor wire) placed around the Mount Carmel windows to prevent escape. She recounts her time in the Gatesville and Waco jails, noting the difference between white and orange prison uniforms. She explains that murder and conspiracy charges against her were eventually dropped because her poor eyesight made it impossible for her to have been a shooter.

30 Years Toward Glory [XR8JuOGTdIg]
46:21 - 50:15

30 Years Toward Glory [XR8JuOGTdIg]

Catherine Madison Prison Experience, Razor Wire Obstacles

Catherine Madison details the use of "Constantine" or razor wire around the Mount Carmel windows, which she claims made escape impossible. After surviving the fire, she was imprisoned and faced charges of murder and conspiracy, which were eventually dropped. Madison notes the irony of being sent to Gatesville prison in a white outfit, which allowed her to avoid the orange uniforms typically associated with the Davidians in Waco.