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Disasters with highest death tolls

Chinese Famine of 1942–1943

1940s
Henan, China

The Chinese famine of 1942–1943 occurred mainly in Henan, most particularly within the eastern and central part of the province. The famine occurred within the context of the Second Sino-Japanese War and resulted from a combination of natural and human factors. 2 to 3 million people died of starvation or disease and upwards of 4 million fled Henan.


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