Historical Events tagged with "chongqing"
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Explosion at PetroChina Natural Gas Field
A massive explosion occurred at the PetroChina Chuandongbei natural gas field located in Kai County, Chongqing. The blast resulted in the death of at least 234 people and caused significant destruction in the surrounding area. Emergency responders faced great difficulties due to the scale of the disaster, forcing evacuations and impacting local communities.
Continue ReadingChina Southwest Airlines Flight 4146 Crash
China Southwest Airlines Flight 4146, a domestic flight en route to Kunming from Chongqing, crashed shortly after takeoff from Chongqing Baishiyi Airport. The crash resulted in the tragic loss of all 108 individuals on board, including 98 passengers and 10 crew members. Reports indicated that the aircraft, a Boeing 737, encountered severe weather conditions, which may have contributed to the tragic accident. Investigations followed to determine the precise cause of the crash and improve safety protocols.
Continue ReadingCommunist Party and Kuomintang Sign Agreement
The Double Tenth Agreement was signed in 1945, marking a pivotal moment between the Chinese Communist Party and the Kuomintang (KMT). The agreement aimed at establishing a framework for cooperation in post-war China and addressing the challenges of national unification and reconstruction. It was established in a context of rising tensions and shared interests of both parties in the aftermath of the Second Sino-Japanese War. Negotiations were held primarily in Chongqing, aiming to align the divergent agendas of the two parties amidst growing internal pressures.
Continue ReadingChongqing Bomb Shelter Asphyxiation Incident
During the Bombing of Chongqing, approximately four thousand residents were trapped in a bomb shelter, where they were asphyxiated due to the lack of adequate ventilation. This incident underscored the dangers faced by civilians during air raids in World War II. The bombing campaign aimed to demoralize the Chinese population and weaken the resistance against Japanese invaders. The circumstances of this tragic event highlight the indiscriminate nature of warfare and its profound impact on civilian lives.
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