Historical Events tagged with "retaliation"

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Military & Warfare

Retaliation Massacre in Lidice.

June 10th, 1942 82 years ago

In response to the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich, the Nazi regime executed a brutal reprisal in the Czech village of Lidice. This act of vengeance led to the murder of 173 men, while women and children were arrested and sent to camps, with many never to be seen again. The village was subsequently razed to the ground, symbolizing a chilling message of fear intended for any would-be resistance. Lidice became a haunting reminder of the consequences of resistance against Nazi oppression and an emblem of the atrocities committed during World War II.

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RAF Bombing Raid on Hamburg in Retaliation

November 16th, 1940 84 years ago

In retaliation for the destruction of Coventry by the German Luftwaffe, the Royal Air Force launched a bombing raid on Hamburg. This action was part of the ongoing aerial warfare between Britain and Germany during World War II. While Coventry faced significant bombing leading to extensive damage, London and other cities were also under threat. The raid on Hamburg aimed to demonstrate Britain's resolve and ability to respond aggressively against German targets. The attack caused considerable destruction in Hamburg and marked a significant escalation in the Blitz, highlighting the intensifying conflict between the two nations.

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Jinan Incident Sparks Violence and Retaliation

May 3rd, 1928 96 years ago

The Jinan incident began with the killing of twelve Japanese civilians by Chinese forces in Jinan, China. This act led to significant retaliation from Japanese troops, resulting in a devastating response that claimed over 2,000 Chinese civilian lives in the subsequent days. The incident escalated tensions between Japan and China during a period of political instability in the region.

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US Troops Attack Cheyenne Chief Dull Knife

November 25th, 1876 148 years ago

Retaliation following the Battle of the Little Bighorn saw United States Army troops launch an assault on a vulnerable village led by Cheyenne Chief Dull Knife at the Powder River headwaters. The attack targeted sleeping members of the tribe in an effort to reassert control after the previous defeat in the ongoing conflicts with Native American tribes. The event exemplifies the tensions and hostilities between American forces and Indigenous populations during this tumultuous period.

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Harney's Retaliation Against the Sioux

September 3rd, 1855 169 years ago

General William S. Harney led 700 soldiers to attack a Sioux village in Nebraska, avenging the Grattan massacre. This violent confrontation resulted in the deaths of approximately 100 Sioux individuals, including men, women, and children, sparking further tensions between the United States and Native American tribes in the region.

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Kittanning Expedition in French and Indian War

September 8th, 1756 268 years ago

The Kittanning Expedition was a military operation during the French and Indian War, where British forces aimed to disrupt Native American raids on frontier settlements. Led by Colonel John Armstrong, they targeted the village of Kittanning in present-day Pennsylvania. The goal was to retaliate against the Delawares, who had been attacking British settlements. Armstrong's forces managed to surprise the village, leading to significant destruction and loss of life.

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