Historical Event Dossier

Valvettithurai Massacre

2 August 1989

Between August 2nd and 4th, 1989, 64 Tamil civilians were killed and hundreds of homes and businesses were destroyed in Valvettithurai. This dossier compiles official investigations, witness affidavits, publications, and casualty records.

Dossier Categories

Historical Overview Documents Section I

Historical Overview

Detailed historical summary context, background parameters, and synthesized analysis of the 3-day events.

Chronological Breakdown Section II

Timeline

Minute-by-minute chronological record of events spanning August 2, August 3, and August 4, 1989.

Roll of Victims Section III

Victims

Complete memorial registry containing names, ages, occupations, and verified personal details.

Books and Monographs Section IV

Books & Publications

Published books, academic articles, human rights monographs, and investigative reports detailing the incident.

Primary Evidence & Reports Section V

Documents & Evidence

Primary documentary evidence, contemporary newspaper clippings, official press releases, and records.

Geographic Maps Section VI

Maps

Geographical maps, spatial reconstructions of affected areas, boundary lines, and location pin markers.

Sworn Testimonies Section VII

Eyewitness Testimonies

Transcribed interviews, recorded audio testimonials, and sworn legal affidavits from survivors.

Photographic Records Section VIII

Photographic Archive

Historical imagery, photographic documentation of destruction, structural damages, and memorial gatherings.