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Son Ngoc Minh

Son Ngoc Minh, also known as Achar Mean, was a key Cambodian communist figure and a co-founder of the Kampuchean People's Revolutionary Party (KPRP). The KPRP served as the precursor to the Communist Party of Kampuchea. His role in establishing the KPRP highlights his significance in the communist movement within Cambodia.


1920: Son Ngoc Minh's Birth

In 1920, Son Ngoc Minh was born in Trà Vinh Province (present-day Vietnam) during the French colonial period. His father was Khmer Krom, and his mother was Vietnamese.

1920: Birth of Son Ngoc Minh

In 1920, Son Ngoc Minh was born. He was a Cambodian communist politician and co-founder of the Kampuchean People's Revolutionary Party (KPRP).

1950: Leadership in Khmer Issarak Groups

In 1950, Son Ngoc Minh led the first nationwide congress of the leftist Khmer Issarak groups, which resulted in the founding of the United Issarak Front (UIF). He also declared Cambodia's independence after claiming the UIF controlled one third of the country.

1951: Founding of the KPRP

In 1951, Son Ngoc Minh, along with Tou Samouth, co-founded the Kampuchean People's Revolutionary Party (KPRP).

December 1972: Death of Son Ngoc Minh

In December 1972, Son Ngoc Minh died. He was a Cambodian communist politician and co-founder of the Kampuchean People's Revolutionary Party (KPRP).