Historical Events tagged with "post world war ii"

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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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Politics & Government

UN General Assembly Establishes Atomic Energy Commission

January 24th, 1946 79 years ago

The United Nations General Assembly approved its first resolution, creating the United Nations Atomic Energy Commission. This pivotal decision aimed to promote international cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to develop safeguards against its potential military application. The resolution established a special committee to devise recommendations for governing atomic energy. This was a significant step towards global governance of nuclear technologies in a post-World War II context, reflecting the urgency of nuclear issues in international politics.

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