Historical Events tagged with "violence"
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Lod Airport Massacre by Japanese Red Army
Members of the Japanese Red Army launched an attack at Lod Airport, resulting in the deaths of 24 individuals and injuries to 78 others. Carrying automatic weapons and grenades, they targeted travelers and airport security. The attack was part of a larger plan to promote their ideology. The relationship between international terrorism and specific geopolitical tensions was highlighted as the group sought to bring attention to their cause.
Continue ReadingWomen Protest Sinn Féin Offices in Derry
In Derry, Northern Ireland, over 400 women staged a protest by attacking the offices of Sinn Féin. This demonstration was fueled by the recent shooting of a young British soldier on leave by the Irish Republican Army, which heightened tensions in the community. The women's actions highlighted their anger and discontent regarding the violence occurring in their neighborhoods, showcasing a rare moment of public dissent against the politics of the time.
Continue ReadingBelfast Car Bombing Sparks Violent Clash
A car bombing near a crowded pub in Belfast led to a violent clash involving the Provisional IRA, the Ulster Volunteer Force, and the British Army. The explosion killed seven individuals and injured over 66 others, igniting a tense, two-day confrontation in the city. This incident reflects the deepening sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland.
Continue ReadingProvisional IRA's first car bombing in Belfast
In Belfast, a car bomb detonated by the Provisional IRA killed seven individuals and injured 148 others. The attack marked a significant escalation in the conflict in Northern Ireland, showcasing the group’s increasing use of violence. The bombing targeted a crowded area, emphasizing the risks faced by civilians amid the violence of The Troubles.
Continue ReadingIRA Car Bombing at Aldershot Barracks
The Official Irish Republican Army detonated a car bomb outside Aldershot barracks, resulting in the deaths of seven military personnel and injuries to nineteen others. The attack occurred in the English town of Aldershot, known as the home of the British Army. This incident marked a significant escalation in the conflict between Irish republicans and the British government, highlighting the growing use of violence by the IRA during this period of unrest.
Continue ReadingBloody Sunday Shooting in Derry
British paratroopers opened fire on a civil rights march in Derry, Northern Ireland, resulting in the deaths of 13 demonstrators and injuring many others. The march was organized to protest against internment without trial, a deeply contentious policy affecting many in Northern Ireland. The violence erupted despite the peaceful intentions of the participants, leading to widespread outrage and a significant escalation of the conflict known as The Troubles.
Continue ReadingKhmer Rouge Assault on Phnom Penh
Khmer Rouge forces launched a significant assault on the city of Phnom Penh and its airport, resulting in 44 fatalities and at least 30 injuries. The attack caused damage to nine aircraft, heightening tensions during the Cambodian Civil War. The operation demonstrated the growing capabilities of the Khmer Rouge, who aimed to destabilize the Cambodian government, led by Lon Nol, amid ongoing conflict in the region.
Continue ReadingOperation Demetrius and Mass Arrests in Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland, British authorities initiated Operation Demetrius, which involved the mass arrest and internment without trial of suspected members of the Provisional Irish Republican Army (PIRA). The operation sparked widespread unrest, leading to significant riots, protests, and the dislocation of thousands from their homes. The initiative aimed to suppress the escalating violence associated with the conflict but resulted in further tensions and societal divisions.
Continue ReadingSohagpur Massacre by Pakistan Army
Pakistan Army conducted an operation in Sohagpur, targeting suspected members of the Mukti Bahini, a liberation army fighting for Bangladesh's independence. The military aimed to eliminate resistance against their authority and implemented brutal tactics, leading to extensive loss of life in the area. The massacre resulted in the death of many civilians and created an atmosphere of fear and despair, significantly impacting the community.
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