Historical Events tagged with "violence"

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Politics & Government

Assassination of Ian Gow by the IRA

July 30th, 1990 34 years ago

Ian Gow, a Conservative Member of Parliament, was assassinated by the IRA at his home using a car bomb. Just prior to the attack, Gow had assured the group that the British government would never yield to their demands, making him a target for retaliatory violence. His death marked a significant moment in the ongoing conflict in Northern Ireland.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Clashes in Romania Amid Mineriad Protests

June 13th, 1990 34 years ago

During the June 1990 Mineriad protests in Romania, violent clashes erupted in Bucharest as striking miners and students faced off against security forces. The unrest was fueled by discontent following the post-Ceaușescu elections, leading to at least 240 arrests or fatalities. The conflict underscored the ongoing social tensions as the public grappled with the changes of the revolutionary period.

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Sports & Recreation

Violent Clash of Football Fans in Zagreb

May 13th, 1990 34 years ago

The Dinamo–Red Star riot erupted during a football match at Maksimir Stadium in Zagreb, Croatia, involving fierce clashes between rival fans, the Bad Blue Boys and the Delije. The match was highly charged, fueled by regional tensions, and escalated into violence both inside and outside the stadium, resulting in numerous injuries and arrests. The confrontation highlighted the deep-seated animosities between the two groups and the socio-political complexities of the time.

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Military & Warfare

IRA Bombing Kills Three UDR Members

April 9th, 1990 34 years ago

An explosion attributed to the Irish Republican Army (IRA) in County Down, Northern Ireland, resulted in the deaths of three members of the Ulster Defence Regiment (UDR). The bombing, part of the ongoing sectarian conflict, highlighted the tensions in the region during the period of the Troubles. The UDR had been a target for republican groups who opposed the British presence in Northern Ireland. The incident drew significant media attention and raised concerns about the safety of security forces in the region.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Protests and Civil Unrest in Baku, Azerbaijan

January 20th, 1990 35 years ago

In Baku, Azerbaijan, significant protests erupted as citizens demanded greater autonomy and sovereignty from the Soviet Union amidst escalating ethnic tensions. These demonstrations were fueled by discontent over economic hardships and political repression, particularly directed at the Azerbaijani regime. Fearing unrest, the Soviet government deployed troops, leading to violent clashes between protesters and military forces.

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Politics & Government

Violence Against Armenians in Baku

January 12th, 1990 35 years ago

A violent pogrom against the Armenian community erupted in Baku, Azerbaijan, leading to widespread attacks, torture, killings, and expulsions. Lasting over a week, the violence was fueled by ethnic tensions between Azerbaijanis and Armenians amidst the backdrop of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Thousands of Armenians suffered from brutal assaults and were forced to flee their homes, creating significant fear and displacement. The atrocities committed during this period marked a dark chapter in the region's complex ethnic history.

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Military & Warfare

PIRA Attack on British Army Checkpoint

December 13th, 1989 35 years ago

A Provisional Irish Republican Army unit attacked a British Army temporary vehicle checkpoint near the village of Rosslea in Northern Ireland. The assault resulted in the deaths of two British soldiers and left two others wounded. This incident marked a significant escalation in the conflict, showcasing the ongoing tension and violence related to the Troubles in Northern Ireland.

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Crime & Law

École Polytechnique massacre by Marc Lépine

December 6th, 1989 35 years ago

A gunman named Marc Lépine entered the École Polytechnique in Montreal, armed with a semi-automatic rifle. He separated men from women, targeting the female students. In the course of the attack, he killed 14 women and injured many others before taking his own life. This incident highlighted issues of gender-based violence and anti-feminism, igniting debates about women's rights and safety in Canada.

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Crime & Law

Joseph T. Wesbecker's Workplace Shooting

September 14th, 1989 35 years ago

Joseph T. Wesbecker, a former pressman at Standard Gravure in Louisville, Kentucky, opened fire at his previous workplace, resulting in the deaths of eight individuals and injuring twelve others. Wesbecker, who was reported to have a history of mental health issues, committed the attack with a semi-automatic pistol before taking his own life. The shooting has raised concerns about workplace safety and gun control measures in the United States.

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