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The film recounts the events in Curitiba, PR, on December 8, 1959, when Military Police sub-lieutenant Haroldo Tavares entered the Bazar Centenário to buy a comb. After a dispute over the price with store owner Amhad Najar, a fight ensued, resulting in Tavares sustaining a fractured leg. This incident sparked unrest among onlookers, leading to the destruction of the merchant's store and chaos in the surrounding area.
As tensions escalated, the police struggled to maintain order. By the night of December 8, the situation had worsened, prompting the police to withdraw. The Army intervened on December 10, deploying tanks to the streets, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. The film captures the unfolding chaos and the societal response to the initial confrontation.
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.
Perfect For
Brazilian historyCivil unrestMilitary interventions