Tag: asia

April 29th: A Day of Closure and Accountability in Asia Today, we will explore the historical events that took place in Asia on April 29th. We will look into the United States’ final involvement in the Vietnam War with Operation Frequent Wind, and the start of the International Military Tribunal for the Far East, which held former Japanese leaders accountable...

April 28th: Peace Treaties and Political Shifts in Asia Today, we will explore historical events that took place in Asia on April 28th. Let’s delve into significant occurrences such as the signing of the Sino-Japanese Peace Treaty (Treaty of Taipei), the enactment of the Treaty of San Francisco, and the coup that led to the overthrow and assassination of Afghanistan’s...

April 27th: Uprisings and Transformations in Asia Today, we’ll explore the historical events that took place in Asia on April 27th, highlighting two significant moments of change and uprising. From the Second Canton Uprising in Qing China to the Saur Revolution in Afghanistan, these events have shaped the course of history in their respective regions. Second Canton Uprising in Guangzhou,...

April 26th: China Airlines Flight 140 Crash and South Korean Shooting Spree On April 26th, significant historical events took place in Asia, including the crash of China Airlines Flight 140 in Japan and a deadly shooting spree in South Korea. Let’s explore these events and their impact on Asia’s history. 1994: China Airlines Flight 140 Crash On April 26th, 1994,...

April 25th: Nepal Earthquake and Chongzhen Emperor’s Suicide On April 25th, significant historical events took place in Asia, including a massive earthquake in Nepal and the suicide of the Chongzhen Emperor, the last emperor of Ming China. Let’s explore these events and their impact on Asia’s history. 2015: Nepal Earthquake On April 25, 2015, a massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck...

April 24th: The Great Surat Fire and the Russo-Turkish War On April 24th, significant historical events occurred in Asia, including the devastating Great Surat Fire in India and the declaration of war by the Russian Empire on the Ottoman Empire during the Russo-Turkish War. Let’s explore these events and their impact on Asia’s history. 1837: The Great Surat Fire in...

April 23rd: Significant Events in Asia Today, we’ll explore the historical events that took place in Asia on April 23rd. Let’s delve into the significant occurrences of this day, such as the establishment of the People’s Liberation Army Navy during the Chinese Civil War and student protests at Columbia University in the context of the Vietnam War, and how they...

April 22nd: Reflecting on the Korean War and Celebrating Earth Day Today, we take a look at two significant events in Asia. The first is the Korean War, a conflict that shaped the Korean Peninsula’s political landscape, including the Battle of Kapyong on April 22nd. The second is Earth Day, an annual event that promotes environmental awareness and protection across...

April 21st: A Day of Remembrance and Reflection in Asia On April 21st, we take a moment to remember and reflect on significant events that have shaped Asia’s history. Today, we look at the birth of Indian actor Shivaji Satam and the tragic sinking of the Indonesian Navy submarine KRI Nanggala in the Bali Sea. Shivaji Satam: Celebrating the Birth...

April 20th: A Day of Innovation and Commemoration in Asia April 20th: Sun Yet-sen’s Birthday (1866) April 20th marks the birth of Sun Yat-sen, a prominent Chinese revolutionary and political leader who played a significant role in the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty. Sun is considered the “Father of Modern China” and is widely respected for his dedication to the...