Silverton Siege

Family members of accused trio enter courtroom. Silverton Siege, 1980.
A spectator watches the drama unfold. Silverton Siege, 1980
The Volkskaas Bank in Silverton. Silverton Siege, 1980.
The scene after the shootout. Silverton Siege, 1980.
Court Exhibit, map of bank location. Silverton and Soekmekaar trial, 1980.
Mk cadres boots, Silverton Siege 1980
Hostage being interviewed by reporters. Silverton Siege, 1980.
Crowds gather outside courtroom. Silverton Siege, 1980
MK hideout in Ga Rankuwa. Silverton and Soekmekaar trial, 1980
Drinks and food passed to trio and hostages. Silverton Siege, 1980.
Family member of accused leaves courtroom. Silverton and Soekmekaar trial, 1980.
Defence lawyers enter courtroom. Silverton and Soekmekaar trial, 1980.

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