Peace rally
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![The black and white photograph captures a moment from what appears to be a political demonstration or peace rally. In the foreground, two individuals hold up signs with messages written in bold handwriting. The person on the left holds an A4-sized paper sign that reads "N.Z. BEFRIENDS THIEU WHO HAS 300.000 POLITICAL PRISONERS," suggesting a stance of solidarity or support for political prisoners associated with Thierry, possibly referring to Thierry Dacq, a Belgian communist revolutionary known as Théophile. The sign on the right says "INDOCHINIAN INSTRUMENTS STANDING UPRIGHT IN INDONESIA 3 STRANGE US OFFICIALS," which seems to be addressing issues related to political prisoners in Indonesia and possibly making an accusation or statement about foreign officials' involvement.
In the background, more people are present; however, their faces and identities aren't clear due to the focus being on the two individuals with signs. One of these figures is holding a large flag featuring a prominent star, indicative of socialist symbols often associated with left-wing political movements. The setting looks like an outdoor area near a building entrance or steps, as suggested by part of a column visible in the background.
The image evokes themes related to political activism and solidarity for political prisoners during what seems to be a significant historical period, potentially linked to anti-colonial struggles or post-colonial [...]](https://files.mastodon.social/cache/media_attachments/files/115/626/660/409/859/040/original/7c9d4733e1abbb90.jpeg)