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Synopsis

Five days after a fight between a police officer and a store owner in Curitiba, the Army deployed tanks to restore order in the streets.

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Why Watch

  • See the chaos in Curitiba after a simple store dispute.
  • Find out how a fight escalated into a major conflict.
  • Watch the Army's response to civilian unrest in 1959.

Did You Know

  • On December 8, 1959, a fight in a store led to widespread riots in Curitiba.
  • Haroldo Tavares, a Military Police sub-lieutenant, fractured his leg during the fight.
  • The unrest caused by the fight resulted in the destruction of multiple stores in Praça Tiradentes.
  • The Army was deployed to Curitiba on December 10, 1959, with tanks on the streets.

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Brazilian historyCivil unrestMilitary interventions
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Frequently Asked Questions

What incident triggered the unrest in Curitiba on December 8, 1959?

The unrest was triggered when Military Police sub-lieutenant Haroldo Tavares fought with store owner Amhad Najar over the price of a comb.

What was the outcome of the fight between Haroldo Tavares and Amhad Najar?

Haroldo Tavares left the fight with a fractured leg, leading to a violent reaction from the crowd.

What actions did the Army take in response to the unrest in Curitiba?

On December 10, the Army deployed tanks onto the streets to control the situation.

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