Bullying in the Tower of London

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about bullying in the work place. This week we learned that two of England's iconic Beefeaters have been suspended for allegedly bullying Yeoman Warder Moira Cameron.

Cameron is the first woman to serve on the corps of Tower Guards tasked with protecting the Crown Jewels. Accoring to a story that broke earlier this week, she has been the target of repeated harassment by her male counterparts. Tower of London officials are investigating the allegations.

The Yeomen Warders of Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress the Tower of London, as the Beefeaters are properly titled, were organized in 1485. According to a popular theory, their knick-name was inspired by the extra ration of beef that the guards used to receive. In order to qualify for this position, candidates must have served at least 22 years in the Army, Royal Marines or Royal Air Force retiring as a non-commisioned officer.

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