June 4 marks several significant historical events, including the tragic Tiananmen Square massacre in 1989, where Chinese forces ended pro-democracy protests. The U.S. also declared war against Britain for the first time in 1812. Furthermore, Congress approved the 19th Amendment in 1919, granting women the right to vote. The Dunkirk evacuation during WWII in 1940 saw over 338,000 Allied troops saved, while the same year featured Winston Churchill's resolute 'we shall fight' speech, highlighting the unyielding spirit of the Allies. Other notable events on this day include the sentencing of Terry Nichols for the Oklahoma City bombing and Dr. Jack Kevorkian's first assisted suicide.
On June 4, 1989, Chinese military forces forcibly ended pro-democracy protests in Tiananmen Square, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of demonstrators.
The U.S. House of Representatives made history on June 4, 1812, by declaring war against Britain, marking the first war declaration in its history.
Congress approved the 19th Amendment on June 4, 1919, ensuring that voting rights could not be denied based on sex, a critical step in women's suffrage.
In 1940, Allied forces successfully evacuated over 338,000 troops from Dunkirk, a pivotal moment during World War II that showcased remarkable military strategy.
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