ESSEX - ""BOMB BANNERS"" MARCH AGAIN

The video reports on the Committee of 100's plans to invade the US Air Force Base at Wethersfield despite a security raid. Security measures were heightened at the base, including police dogs. Fewer marchers than expected arrived in foggy weather, and they were outnumbered by defenders. The marchers sat down in the road, and a helicopter monitored the situation. An ambulance had to pass through, leading to police moving the sit-downers. Over 800 arrests were made by the end of the day.

What was the main objective of the Committee of 100?

• To organize a peaceful protest in London

• To negotiate with NATO officials

• To invade the United States Air Force Base at Wethersfield

• To hold a meeting at the London headquarters

What measures were taken at the NATO base to prevent entry?

• Issuing of special entry passes

• Construction of a new fence

• Installation of security cameras

• Deployment of police dogs

How did the weather affect the demonstration?

• It led to the cancellation of the demonstration

• It had no effect on the demonstration

• It caused the marchers to arrive in larger numbers

• It resulted in fewer marchers than expected

What action was taken when the marchers sat down on the road?

• They were ignored by the authorities

• They were allowed to continue their protest

• They were provided with food and water

• They were moved to allow an ambulance to pass

How many arrests were made by the end of the day?

• Over 500

• Over 600

• Over 800

• Over 700