ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

1988 October Riots

In 1988, there were a lot of people in Myanmar who were unhappy with their government. They felt like the government was not treating them fairly and they wanted things to change. So, many people came together to protest and demand better treatment from the government.

These protests led to what is called the October Riots. It was called that because it happened in October and there was a lot of rioting and violence during this time. People were angry and upset, so they started to destroy things like buildings and cars.

The government didn't like the protests and they didn't like the violence. They sent in their soldiers and police officers to stop the protests, and this caused even more violence. Many people were hurt and even killed during the riots.

Even though the October Riots were a long time ago, many people still remember what happened. It was an important time in Myanmar's history, because it showed that people were willing to stand up for what they believed in, even if it meant risking their lives.