THE SIEGE OF SYDNEY

The video covers the Glenfield siege, where Wally Mellish held police at bay for eight days, threatening his wife and child. Key figures included Police Commissioner Allen and Padre Peyton, who married the couple to prevent violence. The siege ended peacefully with no casualties, evolving from a gun battle to a 'shotgun wedding'.

Who was the gunman involved in the Glenfield siege?

• Wally Mellish

• Don Ferguson

• Allen

• Peyton

What was the role of Prison Padre Peyton during the siege?

• He negotiated the surrender.

• He agreed to marry the couple.

• He was a hostage.

• He led the police operation.

What was the main criticism faced by the Police Commissioner?

• He was too aggressive.

• He mishandled the negotiations.

• He was too lenient.

• He ignored the media.

How did the siege conclude?

• With a hostage escape.

• With a peaceful surrender.

• With a police retreat.

• With a violent confrontation.

What unusual events occurred during the resolution of the siege?

• A shotgun wedding and gunpoint honeymoon.

• The house was set on fire.

• A police officer was injured.

• The gunman escaped.