Seven of the eight pro-communist People's Action Party (PAP) detainees (with garlands) freeing caged pigeons to symbolise their release from prison. From left to right: Fong Swee Suan, S Woodhull, Chan Chiaw Thor, Chen Say Jame (behind Mr Chan), Lim Chin Siong, Tan Chong Kin and Devan Nair. The PAP had said during the election campaign that it would not assume office unless the PAP detainees are freed. In return for their release, the detainees were asked to write a pledge that they would work for a non-communist Malaya.
04/06/1959
19990006071 - 0016
99-3848/07
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