The Make Poverty History rally, along with protests around Edinburgh, were organised to coincide with the G8 Summit that was being held in Gleneagles. 100,000 people turned up to protest, and many clashed with the police. Here are 12 pictures of the historic event.
9. A protester
A protester stands in front of an advancing line of riot police on North St David Street on July 4, 2005. Photo: Bruno Vincent
10. Princes Street Gardens
Anti-G8 Demonstration In Edinburgh - On July 4, 2005 Photo: Jean-Luc LUYSSEN
11. Capitalism is Boring
Capitalism is Boring: Anti-G8 Demonstration In Edinburgh - On July 4Th, 2005. Photo: Jean-Luc LUYSSEN
12. Outside Marks and Spencer - again
Outside Marks and Spencer - again - on July 4th, 2005 Photo: Jean-Luc LUYSSEN