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The World and Everything In It
Doubletake: Intended for Evil, The Realm of the Dead
Jan 25, 2025
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- The Khmer Rouge regime's drastic evacuation and forced labor strategies led to unprecedented suffering, starvation, and loss of family structures in Cambodia.
- Despite the brutal conditions, Radha Manickam's story emphasizes themes of hope and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.
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The Khmer Rouge Takeover
On April 17, 1975, the Khmer Rouge took control of Phnom Penh, leading to the forced evacuation of city residents into the countryside. The new regime, led by Pol Pot, aimed to create a socialist society by dismantling old structures and emptying cities, believing this would pave the way for an agrarian utopia. This drastic shift displaced millions, and families like Radha Manikam's were pushed to build new villages under dire circumstances, such as lack of food and shelter. The regime's propaganda touted the equality of all people, yet it masked the cruel realities of starvation and violence that would soon follow.
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