Cambodian Genocide

The Cambodian Genocide occurred between 1975 and 1979 under the Khmer Rouge regime, led by Pol Pot. The government sought to create an agrarian socialist society, which led to the extermination of perceived enemies, including intellectuals, professionals, and ethnic minorities. Approximately 1.7 million people died from execution, forced labor, and starvation. The regime imposed severe restrictions on personal freedoms and aimed to eliminate all Western influences. The genocide left deep scars on Cambodian society, and its legacy continues to influence the country's politics and culture today. Efforts for justice and reconciliation have been ongoing since the regime's fall.