Seeds of Fire: A People’s Chronology

Recalling events that happened on this day in history.
Memories of struggle, resistance and persistence.

Compiled by Ulli Diemer

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December 26, 1992  
In Belgrade, Women in Black begin a campaign against rape during war, The Group for Women Raped in War. Volunteers assist the survivors by providing basic needs, solidarity and sometimes counseling.
Further Reading: Belgrade Women in Black
Related Topics: Ethnic Violence – Military/Violence Against Civilians – Sexual Abuse/Assault – Violence against Women & Children – War Crimes
December 26, 1996  
A general strike begins in Korea. It becomes the largest strike in Korean history.
Further Reading: Loren Goldner: The Korean Working Class: From Mass Strike to Casualization and Retreat, 1987-2008
Related Topics: General Strikes – Korea – Strikes


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