Seeds of Fire: A People’s Chronology

Recalling events that happened on this day in history.
Memories of struggle, resistance and persistence.

Compiled by Ulli Diemer

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January 7, 1979  
The Vietnamese army ousts the genocidal Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia. Western governments, including the United States and Britain, as well as China, continue to support the Khmer Rouge, sending them arms, and allowing them to continue to hold Cambodia’s seat in the United Nations until 1993.
Related Topics: CambodiaVietnam
January 7, 1994  
Tens of thousands of urban workers in Mexico protest the government’s military siege against the Zapatistas.
Related Topics: Chiapas, MexicoMexicoZapatistas



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