Black Helicopters

# Black Helicopters Conspiracy ## Overview Originating in the American militia movement of the 1960s, this theory involves fears of a UN takeover of the United States. ## Core Claims - Unmarked black helicopters are operated by secretive forces - These forces may include: - United Nations troops - Federal government agencies - New World Order operatives - The helicopters conduct surveillance on American citizens - They will be used in a future UN takeover of the US ## Historical Context - The theory gained popularity among militia movements - It was promoted by various groups including the John Birch Society - Author Jim Keith wrote extensively about the theory - Glenn Beck has referenced black helicopters ## Reality - Military and law enforcement agencies do use dark-colored helicopters - UN peacekeeping forces do exist but operate internationally - No evidence of planned UN military action within the US ## Status Considered shorthand for conspiracy theories that "stretch the bounds of credulity." Often used as an example of unfounded paranoid thinking.