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THE early 1950s was a period marred by riots, violence and bloodshed.

The Maria Hertogh riots left five dead and 100 injured.

Here is a selection of news reports, recapturing that gripping domestic drama.

  Torn between two worlds

Aminah is my mother. She has loved me, cared for me...





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What a traumatic
period to live
in!

 

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BLACK THURSDAY

The Hock Lee Bus riots led to violent and bloody clashes with the police. The day was popularly referred to as Black Thursday.

What were the riots about?


Diary of horror
Relive the tension and anxiety on Black Thursday.


Lifelines:

Policeman Bobby Chua A
police rookie
remembers his
encounter with a gang
of 12 stick-wielding,
angry rioters during
the Maria
Hertogh
riots.

 

Meahwhile, a reporter covering the riots almost became a victim himself.


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Oh dear! So
much bloodshed
and needless
deaths.

Cyberguide

Now I know
why my
parents always
say I mustn't
take the
peace
we have now,
for granted.