1956 Press Photo Casbah raided by French Troops and Police

Casbah raided by French Troops and Police in Biggest clean-up operation: The Casbah, The picturesque native Quarter, A real maze of narrow steep streets, was radide by 6,000 Men French Troops and 1,500 Police inspectors yesterday . Hundred of suspects were rounded up and arrested. Photo shows Police inspectors raiding a cellar in which arms, printing Material and Rebel Uniforms were discovered.

Photo measures 8.5 x 5.75 inches.

Photo is dated 05-05-1956.

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