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This is a photograph of Muslim men, women and children participating in the procession marking the Prophet Muhammad's birthday on 21 July 1964. Some of them are carrying banners and flags. However, a racial riot occurred during the celebration at Padang. The riot registered the highest number of casualties in a local riot with 22 dead and 454 injured after five days of rioting between Malay and Chinese factions. Title devised by Library staff.