Mayaguez incident
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The Mayaguez incident took place between Kampuchea and the United States from 12 to 15 May 1975, less than a month after the Khmer Rouge took control of the capital Phnom Penh ousting the U.S.-backed Khmer Republic. Wikipedia
Dates: May 12, 1975 – May 15, 1975
Result: Successful release of SS Mayaguez and crew
Location: Kaoh Tang and Democratic Kampuchea