KR were Cambodians; communist ones.
Pol Pot
There was a civil war between the Native Cambodians and the Khmer Rouge Regime. The Khmer Rouge Regime began in 1975 and ended in 1979. It has been said the Vietnamese army help chase the Khmer Rouge out of Cambodia, however, they wanted to take over Cambodia's land. Also, the U.N also came and help the Native Cambodians out. The Khmer Rouge murdered and killed at least 3 million Cambodians. So, basically, Cambodians came to America because of genocide and war. Many Cambodians that came to America were sponsored by Americans.
The Khmer Rouge, formed and led by Pol Pot.
The Khmer Rouge is remembered mainly for the deaths of an estimated 2.5-3 million people according to UN investigations.
Although some were killed in reprisals, and others fled the country to hide, some former Khmer Rouge leaders are still powerful leaders in the current government.
Cambodians are the people of Cambodia, a Southeast Asian nation known for its rich cultural heritage, history, and diverse ethnic groups. The majority are ethnic Khmer, who speak the Khmer language and adhere primarily to Theravada Buddhism. Cambodia's history includes the legacy of the Khmer Empire, which was prominent from the 9th to the 15th centuries, and the more recent impact of the Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s. Today, Cambodians are known for their resilience, vibrant traditions, and contributions to art, music, and cuisine.
Although some were killed in reprisals, and others fled the country to hide, some former Khmer Rouge leaders are still powerful leaders in the current government.
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Khmer Rouge began in 1975 and ended in 1979.
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The notorious Khmer Rouge regime was overthrown by the Vietnamese in 1979.
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