A man referred to as “A,” who appears to be Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, discussed arranging meetings with “inappropriate friends” with Jeffrey Epstein’s associate Ghislaine Maxwell, according to newly released documents.
The latest batch of Epstein files includes email exchanges from 2001 and 2002 between Maxwell and a correspondent using the alias “The Invisible Man,” who states he is writing from Balmoral. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, has a known connection to Maxwell. Clues pointing to his identity include the initial “A,” the Balmoral reference, a mention of a valet, and a note about having recently left the “RN”—Andrew departed the Royal Navy in July 2001. A 2002 email also contains a forwarded message about providing Andrew with a phone number.
Mountbatten-Windsor and Buckingham Palace have been asked for comment. He has previously acknowledged his friendship with Maxwell and, in October, denied allegations regarding his ties to Epstein, stating, “I vigorously deny the accusations against me.” Being mentioned in these files does not imply any wrongdoing.
In one August 2001 email, “The Invisible Man,” signing off as “A,” asks Maxwell if she has found him some “inappropriate friends,” writing from what he calls “Balmoral Summer Camp for the Royal Family.” He describes exhausting days and mentions tired “Girls” who need an early night, adding, “How’s LA? Have you found me some new inappropriate friends?”
A separate exchange shows Maxwell apologizing for only finding “appropriate” friends, to which “A” replies, “Distraught!” He later references having left the “RN.”
In February 2002, Maxwell forwards a message from a third party, Juan Estoban Ganoza, discussing trip arrangements to Peru that include setting up meetings with “girls.” The forwarded note says, “I just gave Andrew your telephone no.” “A” responds, “I will ring him today if I can.” When Ganoza asks about the girls’ ages, “A” replies, “I am overwhelmed at the kindness and generosity of the offers that are being made for me,” adding, “As for girls well I leave that entirely to you and Juan Estoban!”
Another March 2002 email about the Peru trip includes a list of requests on “A’s” behalf, mentioning “some sight seeing some 2 legged sight seeing (read intelligent pretty fun and from good families) and he will be very happy.” Maxwell assures that “A” is “a very English sounding gentleman on the phone” and can be trusted with discreet and fun companions.
Photographs from the time confirm Mountbatten-Windsor visited Peru.
Frequently Asked Questions
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BeginnerLevel Questions
1 What is this email about
This refers to a 2015 email introduced as evidence during Ghislaine Maxwells 2021 trial In it Prince Andrew wrote to Maxwell suggesting she could seek out inappropriate friends for a social event
2 Who are the people mentioned
A The Duke of York This is Prince Andrew the son of the late Queen Elizabeth II
Ghislaine Maxwell A British socialite convicted in 2021 for her role in facilitating and participating in the sexual abuse of minors as part of Jeffrey Epsteins trafficking scheme
3 Why is this email significant
The email is significant because it was presented by prosecutors as evidence of the close and casual relationship between Prince Andrew Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein The use of the phrase inappropriate friends was interpreted by the prosecution as suggestive of their shared social circle and activities
4 What was the context of the email
The email was about planning a social gathering at Balmoral a royal estate in Scotland Prince Andrew was discussing guest logistics with Maxwell
Advanced Contextual Questions
5 How was this email used in Ghislaine Maxwells trial
Prosecutors used it to establish Maxwells longstanding intimate connection with Prince Andrew and to paint a picture of their shared social world which included Jeffrey Epstein It was part of building a narrative about her character and associations
6 What did prosecutors imply by highlighting inappropriate friends
They implied that the phrase was a coded or casual reference to the kind of social circle associated with Jeffrey Epstein suggesting a shared understanding between Andrew and Maxwell about the nature of certain acquaintances
7 How did Prince Andrews legal team respond to this email
Prince Andrew was not on trial so his team did not have a formal response in court However outside the trial his representatives have consistently denied any wrongdoing or knowledge of illegal activities They have not provided a public detailed explanation of the phrase
8 Did this email directly prove any illegal activity
No The email itself is not direct evidence of a crime It is
