Historical Events tagged with "car bomb"

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Military & Warfare

Colombo Car Bombing by Tamil Tigers

April 21st, 1987 37 years ago

A devastating car bomb exploded in Colombo, resulting in the deaths of 106 individuals. The bomb, attributed to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), targeted a busy area in the Sri Lankan capital, causing extensive damage and chaos. This incident was part of the escalating conflict between the Sri Lankan government and the LTTE, who fought for an independent Tamil state. The blast not only resulted in significant loss of life but also further intensified the civil strife that had already torn the country apart.

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IRA Car Bombing at Aldershot Barracks

February 22nd, 1972 53 years ago

The Official Irish Republican Army detonated a car bomb outside Aldershot barracks, resulting in the deaths of seven military personnel and injuries to nineteen others. The attack occurred in the English town of Aldershot, known as the home of the British Army. This incident marked a significant escalation in the conflict between Irish republicans and the British government, highlighting the growing use of violence by the IRA during this period of unrest.

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Car Bombing at US Embassy in Saigon

March 30th, 1965 59 years ago

A car bomb explosion occurred outside the United States Embassy in Saigon, resulting in 22 fatalities and injuring 183 others. The blast happened during a period of escalating tensions as the Vietnam War intensified. The attack was indicative of the growing insurgency in South Vietnam and highlighted the vulnerabilities of American presence in the region. Authorities launched an investigation to determine the perpetrators behind this devastating act.

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