Social Movements & Civil Rights

Thammasat University Student Protest Rally

In Thailand, a massive protest involving over 100,000 citizens erupted in opposition to the military government. Students from Thammasat University led the demonstrations, which sought to promote democracy and civil rights. The rally escalated into violent clashes with soldiers, resulting in 77 fatalities and hundreds injured. The uprising represented a significant push against authoritarian rule, highlighting widespread discontent with the military's grip on power and its refusal to address calls for democratic reforms.

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