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The French Rule
France was given control of Cambodia's foreign affairs.
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Norodom Sihanouk Becoming Ruler
Norodom Sihanouk becomes next in line for the throne.
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Japanese Occupation Ends
The end of the Japanese occupation.
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Cambodia gains Independence
Cambodia gains independence from France.
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Sihanouk Follows in a Political Career
Sihanouk becomes prime minister while his father is king.
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The Beginning of Khmer Rouge
Communist party of Kampuchea formed.
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Armed Rebellion
Leaders of the Khmer Rouge start an armed rebellion.
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Sihanouk Breaks Off
Sihanouk breaks off relations with the U.S.
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Gaining Power
Khmer Rouge takes Phnom Penh and establish their government. http://www.pbs.org/pov/enemies/photo_gallery_timeline.php#.U2OvseZdX0g -
S-21
A highschool in Phnom Penh is turned into a prison and interrogation center. More than 17,000 people are brought in to be tortured or executed.
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Fighting with Vietnam
A fight between Cambodia and Vietnam breaks out.
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Fall of Khmer Rouge
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Prime Minister
Hun Sen becomes the prime minister.
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Khmer Rouge Surrenders
Khmer Rouge members surrender.
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Prince Ranariddh Found Guilty
Prince Ranariddh is found guilty and is then forgiven by the king.
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First Bridge Across the Mekong
First bridge across the Mekong opens, linking east and west Cambodia.
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Rainsy Convicted
Rainsy is convicted absentia and is sentenced to 18 months in prison.
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Ta Mok's Death
Ta Mok, one of the leaders of the Khmer Rouge, dies at age 80.
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Comrade Duch is Pleaded Guilty
Comrade Duch is pleaded guilty and is sentenced with 35 years in prison.
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Disagreement of Hydroelectric Dam
Government approves of the hydroelectirc dam on the tributary of Mekong.
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Suspends the Granting of Land
Government suspendes the granting of land use.
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Norodom Sihanouk's Death
Monarch, Norodom Sihanouk, dies on October 15, 2012.
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Cremation of the Former King
The ceremony for the cremation of the former king, Norodom.
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Sam Rainsy Returns
Sam Rainsy returns from banishment
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-pacific-13006828
