Chinese famine of 1942–1943
The Henan Famine of 1942–1943 (Chinese: 1942–1943河南大饑荒) occurred 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. Modern quantitative studies put the death toll to be "well under one million", probably around 700,000. 15 years later Henan was struck by the deadlier Great Chinese famine.
| The Henan Famine | |
|---|---|
| Country | Henan, China |
| Period | Summer 1942 – Spring 1943 |
| Total deaths | 700,000 – 1 million. |
| Causes | Caused by drought, locusts, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1938 Yellow River flood, corruption, and government inefficiency |
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