Historical Events tagged with "red guards"
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Red Guards Beat Bian Zhongyun to Death
At Experimental High in Beijing, a group of Red Guards, including Deng Rong and Liu Pingping, brutally attacked Deputy Vice Principal Bian Zhongyun. They accused her of counter-revolutionary revisionism and used sticks to beat her to death. This incident was among the first fatalities during the Cultural Revolution, highlighting the intense political fervor and violence of the time.
Continue ReadingRed Guards Seize Control in Guangzhou
Communist Red Guards launched an uprising in Guangzhou, China, taking control of most of the city. The insurgents proclaimed the establishment of a Guangzhou Soviet, marking a significant moment in the nationwide struggle of the Chinese Communist Party.
Continue ReadingDecisive Conclusion of the Battle of Tampere
The Battle of Tampere concluded with the White forces' decisive victory over the Red guards, which led to significant territorial changes in Finland. The intense fighting lasted several weeks, culminating in the critical capture of the city by General Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim's troops. The battle was marked by fierce urban combat and heavy casualties on both sides, representing a pivotal moment in the Finnish Civil War. The fall of Tampere signaled the shift in control, with White forces gaining strategic advantage in the conflict.
Continue ReadingBattle of Tampere Commences in Finland
The Battle of Tampere erupted as Red Guards launched an ambitious assault on the city, which was primarily held by White Finnish forces. The clash was critical in the Finnish Civil War, with the city becoming a tactical target for both sides. Fighting intensified as both troops sought to gain control of this strategic location. The outcome of this engagement was pivotal for the conflict's progression, setting the stage for subsequent encounters and influencing the course of the war.
Continue ReadingSuinula Massacre Escalates Finnish Civil War
In the village of Suinula in Kangasala, bloodshed escalated during the Finnish Civil War when members of the Red Guards executed around 150 suspected White supporters. The violent act marked a significant turning point, intensifying hostilities between the conflicting sides. The event exemplified the bitter polarization of Finnish society and altered the dynamics of the civil war, pushing both factions toward more brutal tactics in the ongoing conflict.
Continue ReadingFirst Battles of the Finnish Civil War Emerge
The Finnish Civil War saw its initial serious confrontations when the Red Guards, consisting mainly of the working class, clashed with the White Guard, a grouping of conservative and bourgeois forces. These conflicts occurred chiefly in southern Finland, notably in places like Tampere and Lahti. The Red Guards fought for a socialist regime, while the White Guard aimed to establish a government aligned with Finland's independence from Russia. This turbulence marked the beginning of an intense struggle for control over the country’s political future.
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