Pol Pot

In the annals of history, few names evoke as much terror and revulsion as Pol Pot. This Cambodian revolutionary leader orchestrated one of the darkest chapters in human history, transforming his country into a killing field. From 1975 to 1979, Pol Pot's Khmer Rouge regime unleashed a reign of brutality that resulted in the deaths of nearly two million people—a quarter of Cambodia's population. His vision of an agrarian utopia led to forced labor, mass executions, and unimaginable suffering. Today, we delve into the life of this enigmatic figure, exploring how a former teacher became one of the 20th century's most notorious dictators, and examining the lasting impact of his genocidal regime on Cambodia and the world.

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