YouTube user latajacakamera ("flying camera" in Polish) shot this jaw-dropping aerial footage with a remote control helicopter during Independence Day riots in Poland on November 11, in which anti-fascist groups clashed with nationalists and police. The camera effortlessly glides over lines of riot police to hover high above the tear gas and chaos for a unique perspective.

This incredible shot flies over riot police as the mobilize in formation: 

For more videos from latajacakamera, visit the YouTube channel.

Thanks to Alexis Madrigal for the video. 

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