History Rewind: March 17-23

This article summarizes several significant events from March 19-25, 1975, as reported by the World Socialist Web Site. It details the aftermath of a massacre in Uganda, where hundreds were reportedly killed by a cult. The article suggests the event reflects the brutal and unstable regime of Idi Amin. The trial of the Baader-Meinhof group, a West German left-wing militant organization, is also discussed. The article criticizes the trial's conditions and argues it highlights the repressive nature of the West German state's response to leftist dissent. The collapse of the Belgian government due to internal divisions and economic challenges is presented. The article suggests this event reveals the inherent instability of capitalist governments in the face of economic crisis. Finally, the article reports on an incident in Britain where fascists seized the headquarters of the Communist Party, holding the leader hostage for a period. The article portrays this as an alarming escalation of fascist activity and a threat to democratic rights. Overall, the article paints a picture of a world grappling with political instability, violence, and the suppression of dissent. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/03/16/lznw-m16.html