1959 Press Photo State troopers with riot equipment enter State Prison in MA
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Description
State troopers armed with riot guns get helmets and gas masks from truck (right) outside main gate of State Prison today before going inside to break up escape attempt. Six long term convicts hold four guards as hostages. Troopers with orders to shoot to kill if necessary later captured rioters.
