Historical Events tagged with "hai phong"
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Military & Warfare
French Bombardment of Hai Phong Causes Civilian Deaths
November 23rd, 1946 78 years ago
The French naval forces conducted a severe bombardment of Hai Phong, Vietnam, resulting in the deaths of thousands of civilians. This military action was aimed at suppressing anti-colonial sentiment and maintaining control over French Indochina, reflecting the tensions in the region following World War II. The aftermath saw significant destruction and drew international attention to the situation in Vietnam.
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