Events tagged with "french control"

Historical Events tagged with "french control"

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Politics & Government

Lithuanian Rebellion in Memel Territory

January 9th, 1923 102 years ago

Lithuanian residents in the Memel Territory revolted against the League of Nations' decision to place the region under French control. This led to heightened tensions and violence as local authorities attempted to assert their authority. The conflict characterized the struggle of the Lithuanians to reclaim their national identity in an area long disputed between Germany and Lithuania, reflecting their deep-seated desires for sovereignty and self-governance.