In which year did Thích Quảng Đức die?
1963
1964
1962
1961
Answer
In 1963, Thích Quảng Đức, a Vietnamese Mahayana Buddhist monk, committed self-immolation in Saigon to protest the persecution of Buddhists by the South Vietnamese government. His fiery death became an iconic image of the Vietnam War and brought international attention to the conflict. Đức's self-sacrifice also had a profound impact on the Buddhist community in Vietnam, strengthening their resolve and inspiring others to stand up against oppression.
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Who was the leader of South Vietnam at the time of Đức's death?
Which American president grappled with the Vietnam conflict after Đức's death?
How did the international community generally react to Đức's self-immolation?
Which branch of Buddhism did Đức follow?
What did Đức hope to achieve with his sacrifice?
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