US Bombing of Cambodia

The US bombing of Cambodia occurred during the Vietnam War, from 1969 to 1973, as part of efforts to target North Vietnamese troops hiding in Cambodian territory. The US dropped large amounts of bombs, including powerful ordnance, aiming to weaken enemy forces and stop their supply routes. However, this extensive bombing caused widespread destruction, loss of civilian lives, and destabilized the region. It also contributed to the rise of the Khmer Rouge, a brutal communist insurgency. The bombing remains controversial for its scale, impact on civilians, and its role in shaping Cambodia’s tragic history.