China clamps down for Tibetan revolt anniversary

Troops patrolled winding mountain roads, internet services were cut and motorists ran a gauntlet of checkpoints as Beijing mounted a show of force in Tibetan areas to prevent a repeat of uprisings against Chinese rule.

China clamps down for Tibetan revolt anniversary

Troops patrolled winding mountain roads, internet services were cut and motorists ran a gauntlet of checkpoints as Beijing mounted a show of force in Tibetan areas to prevent a repeat of uprisings against Chinese rule.

Tomorrow is the 50th anniversary of a failed revolt that sent Tibetan leader the Dalai Lama into exile.

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