The Tragic Story of the Greenpeace Ship That Was Blown Up

In 1985, the world watched in horror as the Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior was bombed and sunk in Auckland harbor, New Zealand, by French intelligence agents. The ship was part of a protest against French nuclear testing in the Pacific, and the attack resulted in the death of photographer Fernando Pereira. The bombing sparked international outrage and led to a diplomatic crisis between France and New Zealand. The incident highlighted the dangers faced by environmental activists and brought attention to the issue of nuclear testing. The Rainbow Warrior's legacy continues today, as Greenpeace continues to fight for environmental protection and peace.