Historical Events tagged with "pakistan army"

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Military & Warfare

Sohagpur Massacre by Pakistan Army

July 25th, 1971 53 years ago

Pakistan Army conducted an operation in Sohagpur, targeting suspected members of the Mukti Bahini, a liberation army fighting for Bangladesh's independence. The military aimed to eliminate resistance against their authority and implemented brutal tactics, leading to extensive loss of life in the area. The massacre resulted in the death of many civilians and created an atmosphere of fear and despair, significantly impacting the community.

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Military & Warfare

Massacre of Hindu Emigrants in Jathibhanga

April 23rd, 1971 53 years ago

In Jathibhanga, East Pakistan, the Pakistan Army, along with local militias known as Razakars, slaughtered approximately 3,000 Hindu emigrants. This brutal act occurred amidst the wider backdrop of the Bangladesh Liberation War, where tensions between West and East Pakistan escalated. The targeting of the Hindu community was part of a broader campaign of ethnic and religious cleansing against those perceived as supporting the independence movement. The massacre on this day is one of the numerous atrocities committed during the conflict.

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