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Posted: May 27, 2009 |
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In April 1989, students gathered in Beijing's Tiananmen Square to mourn pro-reform official Hu Yoabang's death. As the demonstrations grew, a rift formed in the government over how to respond. The military was sent in to disperse the crowds, leading to hundreds of deaths. New York Times reporter Nicholas Kristof recounts the events.
Download the slide show's audio in MP3 format Flash version requires Flash Player Produced by: Larisa Epatko |
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| The demonstrations grow as workers, officials and others joined to protest issues such as inflation and salaries. |
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Speaking: Nicholas Kristof, New York Times Photo Credit: CATHERINE HENRIETTE/AFP/Getty, Audio Credit: Larisa Epatko |
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