1969 Press Photo Soldiers Maintain Order in Hyderabad After 8 People Killed

On the alert in a Hyderabad street June 5th, 3 soldiers maintain order following a riot in which 8 persons killed. The new violence arose from agitation for the separation of Telengana region and Andhra State. Additional army reinforcements were sent to Hyderabad and other parts of Telengana to suppress further disorders. Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches. Photo is dated 6-10-1969.

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