Historical Events tagged with "vietnamese"

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Military & Warfare

Massacre of Vietnamese Minority in Cambodia

April 15th, 1970 55 years ago

During the Cambodian Civil War, around 800 bodies of Vietnamese nationals were discovered floating down the Mekong River into South Vietnam. This grim event highlighted the violent sectarian strife occurring in Cambodia at the time and raised awareness of the targeted violence against the Vietnamese minority population. The bodies were believed to be victims of a brutal crackdown amidst the broader conflict that engulfed Cambodia during this turbulent period.

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Military & Warfare

Viet Minh Forces Launch Đông Biên Phủ Assault

March 13th, 1954 71 years ago

The Battle of Điện Biên Phủ began with a massive artillery barrage executed by Viet Minh forces under General Võ Nguyên Giáp. This offensive targeted the French garrison at the fortified outpost, aiming to secure Vietnamese independence from colonial rule. Its launch marked a pivotal moment in the First Indochina War, bringing together thousands of troops and a variety of artillery and supplies. The assault unleashed intense fighting as the Viet Minh sought to break the French defenses.

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