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Unmasking the 1881 Demong Massacre: Penan vs. Punan – Who Were the Victims?

Unmasking the 1881 Demong Massacre: Penan vs. Punan – Who Were the Victims?

In May 1881, two boats carrying Dayak departed from Bintulu bound for Suai. Upon reaching Suai, they perpetrated a massacre on a community under the leadership of Demong.

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Mar 17, 2024
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