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Anti-Bush Jr. Riots
Summary
In June, 2007 Rome, Italy played host to 43rd U.S. president George W. Bush Jr., bringing together the leaders of two powerful nations. However, the event was marred by violent clashes between anti-capitalist protesters and Italian police. At the forefront of the protests were members of the Black Bloc, a militant anarchist collective known for their confrontational tactics.
Anti-Bush Jr. Riots
In June, 2007 Rome, Italy played host to 43rd U.S. president George W. Bush Jr., bringing together the leaders of two powerful nations. However, the event was marred by violent clashes between anti-capitalist protesters and Italian police. At the forefront of the protests were members of the Black Bloc, a militant anarchist collective known for their confrontational tactics. As the summit commenced, protesters took to the streets, denouncing policies on climate change, economic inequality, and globalisation. The situation quickly escalated, with police deploying tear gas, water cannons and baton charges to disperse the crowds. The resulting chaos led to widespread property damage, injuries and arrests. The collection of images captures the intensity and passion of the protests, highlighting the deep-seated tensions between anti-capitalist activists and the state.- GraffitiPress publication 2007
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