Khmer Standoff at Preah Vihear Temple
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More than 1 year after the clash, Cambodian soldiers are still present on top of Preah Vihear, keeping an eye on their Thai counterparts from a distance. Borderlines have been set and are controlled by both parties. Preah Vihear, Cambodia. 14/08/2009.
More than 1 year after the clash Cambodian soldiers are still present on top of Preah Vihear, keeping an eye on their Thai collegues from a distance.
Borderlines have been set and are controlled by both parties.
Daily life for the Khmer soldiers means posting at scheduled times and growing vegetables next to sandbag-prepared bunkers.
Boredom sets in and to occupy themselves they turn their hand to amateur hairdressing to keep each other looking the part.
Although the soldiers have plenty of time to set and contemplate their presence at the much disputed temple site, they need to maintain their weapons as the threat of a Thai foray over the border keeps them constantly alert...
Contributor: ericdevries
Date: 13 August 2009 - 11:00pm
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