The Balcombe Street siege involved members of the Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) and London's Metropolitan Police, and lasted from 6 to 12 December 1975. The siege ended with the surrender of the four IRA members and the release of their two hostages. The events were televised and watched by millions.
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