King Sihanouk reviews troops, West Cambodia
Jul. 07, 1953 - The Defiant King Return to Cambodia. Demands Complete Independence for His Country. King Norodom Sihanouk of Cambodia received a great welcome when he returned to his country recently - from Siam to which he fled as part of his campaign for Cambodia's Independence from France. Although he has returned to Cambodia he refuses to re-enter his capital until his campaign has been won. He is supported by what has been termed as the most loyal soldiers in the world - Cambodians, mostly barefoot - and all carrying wooden rifles.. Keystone Photo Shows:- King Sihanouk reviews some of the village troops near Battambang West Cambodia. These men have real rifles
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13165639
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46159023
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5522px x 4451px
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(c) Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Mary Evans
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Keystone Pictures USA
