The violent clash at Taksim Square in Istanbul on February 16, 1969, is commonly referred to as "Bloody Sunday." During this event, a demonstration was held against the presence of the U.S. 6th Fleet in Istanbul, escalating into violence. The two individuals who were killed in the clash were Ali Turgut Aytaç and Duran Erdoğan. Their deaths highlighted the severe political tensions in Turkey at the time and are remembered as significant casualties in the broader struggle for political reform.
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Which earthquake was the deadliest in the year 1969?
Can you list other significant earthquakes worldwide that occurred in 1969?
Where can authoritative data for the 1969 Alaşehir earthquake be found?
How did the Children and Young Persons Act 1969 impact approved schools?
Were there any significant aftershocks following the main Alaşehir earthquake in 1969?