Historical Events tagged with "sectarian violence"

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Crime & Law

UVF Pub Attack During World Cup Match

June 18th, 1994 30 years ago

Members of the Ulster Volunteer Force attacked a pub in Loughinisland, Northern Ireland, where many locals were gathered to watch a 1994 FIFA World Cup match. Armed with assault rifles, the UVF targeted the crowd, resulting in the deaths of six Catholic civilians and injuries to five others. The incident highlighted the deep sectarian divides and ongoing violence in Northern Ireland during this period.

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Military & Warfare

Karantina Massacre in Beirut

January 18th, 1976 49 years ago

In January of 1976, Lebanese Christian militias conducted a brutal operation in the Karantina area of Beirut, killing over 1,000 individuals. This massacre occurred amidst the backdrop of the Lebanese Civil War, which began the previous year. Militias targeted Palestinian refugees and Muslim residents, heightening the ethnic and sectarian strife prevalent in Lebanon. The violence escalated tensions and demonstrated the deadly intensity of conflict between different groups during this period.

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Military & Warfare

Violence Between Ulster Volunteer Force and Civilians

January 4th, 1976 49 years ago

In County Armagh, Northern Ireland, gunmen from the Ulster Volunteer Force shot and killed six Irish Catholic civilians. This occurred amidst ongoing sectarian tensions between nationalist and unionist communities. The following day, retaliation from gunmen resulted in the deaths of ten Protestant civilians nearby, further intensifying the cycle of violence in the region. Such retaliatory attacks were common during this time, reflecting the deep-rooted animosities and violent conflict pervasive in Northern Ireland.

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Crime & Law

Sectarian Murders in Arnon Street, Belfast

April 1st, 1922 102 years ago

Six Catholics were murdered in Arnon Street, Belfast, a week following the McMahon killings. The violence was part of the ongoing sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland, as tensions escalated between nationalist and unionist communities amid the recent establishment of Northern Ireland. The killings highlighted the rising danger for Catholics during this tumultuous period. Believed to be linked to loyalist paramilitary groups, the murders sent shockwaves through the local population and intensified fears of further violence.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Belfast Workers Expelled Amidst Sectarian Violence

July 21st, 1920 104 years ago

The Belfast Pogrom marked a severe escalation of sectarian violence in Northern Ireland, resulting in the expulsion of thousands of Catholic workers from key industries in Belfast. Primarily targeting the shipyards, factories, and linen mills, this wave of violence was fueled by communal tensions between Protestant and Catholic communities. Predominantly, Catholic workers faced hostility and were driven out of their jobs and homes. The unrest emerged in a socio-political context where deep divides were exacerbated by the recent establishment of Northern Ireland as a governance structure favoring the Protestant majority.

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Politics & Government

Sectarian Violence Erupts in Derry

June 18th, 1920 104 years ago

In June 1920, Derry witnessed significant sectarian violence that initiated a week filled with clashes between nationalists and unionists. The city was engulfed in chaos as tensions flared over political allegiance and religious identity. The violence resulted in numerous injuries and property damage, reflecting the deep-seated divisions within the community. This week marked a pivotal moment in the lead-up to greater conflict in Northern Ireland, setting the stage for a turbulent period in its history.

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Religion & Philosophy

Execution of Nine Protestants in Thorn

December 7th, 1724 300 years ago

Religious tensions in Thorn culminated in the execution of nine Protestant citizens and the local mayor by Polish authorities. This severe action followed increasing unrest between Catholic and Protestant communities. The mayor's execution highlighted the intense sectarian divisions and the lengths to which authorities would go to assert control. The event underscored the challenging dynamics of religious identity during a period of significant political and social upheaval in Poland.

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