Articles related to "East Asian History"



The Voyages of Admiral Cheng Ho
The amazing voyages of the Chinese admiral Cheng Ho are described and placed in historical context.
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Khmer Rouge Genocide Site Names
Thousands visit the former Khmer Rouge torture center of Toul Sleng and the Choeung Ek Killing Fields while in the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh.
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Opium Production in Burma
After years of suppression, opium production seems to be on the rise in Burma. Why is this happening and what does it mean?
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The History of Tibet
A thematic introduction to a series of articles about the history of Tibet.
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The International Relations of Laos
After years of isolation and dependency toward Vietnam, the foreign relations of the Lao PDR have evolved and diversified since the end of the Cold War.
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Boat Racing Festival in Laos
Laos has many wonderful festivals throughout the year but one of the biggest is the Boat Racing festival. In the small town of Sainyabouli, it is particularly impressive.
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Laos Opening Up to the World
From a buffer state, Laos is being transformed into a bridge state, taking advantage of its position at the heart of the Greater Mekong sub-region.
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Limahong Attacks Manila
An account of Limahong's attack on Manila together with the early history of the city.
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Sainyabouli, Elephant City of Laos
Looking for a new destination in Laos on roads less traveled? Sainyabouli is a nice, small city with beautiful scenery just waiting to be discovered by foreign visitors.
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Le Thanh Tong, Emperor of Vietnam
An intorduction to the life and times of Vietnamese emperor and hero Le Thanh Tong.
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The Cambodian Civil War, 1970-5
The Cambodian Civil War of 1970-5 saw the defeat of the nationalist government and the rise to power of the Khmer Rouges under Pol Pot. The horrific regime heralded by this is one of the darkest moments of history. Understand how and why it happened.
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