Khmer Rouge Attack Phnom Penh Airport, Killing 44 – November 10, 1971
In Cambodia, Khmer Rouge forces attack the city of Phnom Penh and its airport, killing 44, wounding at least 30 and damaging nine aircraft.
Date: November 10, 1971
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