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Six Former Gendarmes Taken Hostage in ouvéa in 1986 Won Their Trial Against the State

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In 1988, gendarmes were taken hostage by Kanak independants in New Caledonia during the assault on the Fayaoué gendarmerie. Some were held in caves, notably in Ouvéa, before being released.

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Six Former Gendarmes Taken Hostage in ouvéa in 1986 Won Their Trial Against the State

In 1988, gendarmes were taken hostage by Kanak independants in New Caledonia during the assault on the Fayaoué gendarmerie. Some were held in caves, notably in Ouvéa, before being released.

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