Dynamite was placed under Prime Minister Demirel as military leaders prepared for a decisive intervention in Turkey's political turmoil in March 1971.
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Dynamite was placed under Prime Minister Demirel as military leaders prepared for a decisive intervention in Turkey's political turmoil in March 1971.
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Synopsis
In Çankaya, President Sunay watches as tensions rise in Turkey during March 1971. Urban guerrillas resort to bank robberies and kidnappings. Prime Minister Demirel faces a dire threat, with dynamite placed beneath him. Generals Faruk Gürler and Muhsin Batur are caught in a power struggle, each waiting for the other to act. Chief of General Staff Tuğmaç attempts to delay the inevitable explosion. The military intervention looms as the situation escalates.
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Why Watch
- See how urban guerrillas used bank robbery in 1971 Turkey.
- Find out about the military's role in Turkish politics.
- Meet the key players like Prime Minister Demirel and President Sunay.
Did You Know
- In March 1971, bombs were exploding in Turkey from right to left.
- Prime Minister Demirel had dynamite placed under him during this crisis.
- Generals Faruk Gürler and Muhsin Batur were key figures in the military intervention.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did the military intervention in Turkey occur?
The military intervention in Turkey occurred in March 1971.
Who was the Prime Minister of Turkey during the 1971 military intervention?
The Prime Minister of Turkey during the 1971 military intervention was Demirel.
Who were the two generals watching each other regarding the military intervention?
The two generals were Faruk Gürler and Muhsin Batur.
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