History: April 9 (#1)

History: April 9 (#1)
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April 9, 2021 Burmese military and security forces commit the Bago massacre, during which at least 82 civilians are killed.

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On April 9, in the year 2021: Burmese mil itary and security forces commit the Bago massacre, during which at least 82 civilians are killed. The Tatmadaw, also known as the Sit-Tat, is the armed forces of Myanmar.

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Why April 9, 2021 matters: Burmese military and security forces commit the Bago massacre, during which at least 82 civilians are killed. What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards.

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Historical context: April 9, 2021 The 21st century has already seen profound shifts: the digital rev olution has connected billions while reshaping politics and culture; climate change has emerged as a defining crisis; and new powers have risen to challenge the world order that followed the Cold War. The event on this day: Burmese military and security forces commit the Bago massacre, during which at least 82 civilians are killed. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tatmadaw (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)