The Buddhist Crisis Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
When was the Buddhist Crisis?
A
May-November 1963
2
Q
What led to Buddhist protests?
A
-Diem persecuting the Buddhist regime
-Buddhists banned from flying their flags in honour of the Buddha’s birthday
-Military used to prevent Buddhists hearing a speech by their leader Tri Quang
3
Q
How did the Buddhist protests harm Diem?
A
-Protestors engaged with foreign press, particularly the US press
-Tri Quang met secretly with US officials to put pressure on Diem
