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Khmer Rouge is Founded
The Khmer Rogue, a communist guerrilla group is formed. This group is responsible for the impending genocide and communization of Cambodia. The leader: Pol Pot. -
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The Rise and Fall of the Khmer Rouge
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Deposition of Prince Sihanouk
Lon Nol and his followers are successful in kicking Sihanouk of the throne, and forming a republic. Their reign does not last long. -
Khmer Rouge Comes to Power, Genocide Begins
After an American attack on Cambodia, Lon Nol loses all support. Bringing Pol Pot and his brutal followers to power. Immediatley he begins his brutal war against Cambodia's people. -
The Genocide Comes to An End
These four years were brutal, awful periods of terror. At the end of this reign of abuse, nearly 2 million citizens were dead. It ended in 1979 due to Vietnamese invasion. -
Peace Treaty
A peace treaty is signed, bringing decades of internal conflict between factions to an end. -
Elections
The first democratic elections were set up, the former Prince winning the presidency. -
Mass Graves Uncovered
From 1995 onward mass graves have been uncovered in the fields near Phnom Phen. This area has been recognized as "The Killing Fields" for the thousads of people murdered here. -
Pol Pot Dies
The mastermind behind the horrible genocide and destruction of the Cambodian people, Pol Pot, died on April 15, 1998, while on house arrest. Two major Khmer Rouge officials were tried for genocide and convicted at arround the same time.