June 4th. 1989. Armed forces of the People’s Republic of China violently suppress a seven-week
June 4th. 1989. Armed forces of the People’s Republic of China violently suppress a seven-week long demonstration in Beijing.The demonstration began after the death of Hu Yaobang, whom students regarded as protector of intellectuals. Approximately 100,000 protestors joined, united in their criticism of the authoritarian government and need for a democratic reform. In response, the government declared martial law and army units entered Tiananmen Square, firing into groups of protesters as they advanced. Though the Chinese government claims that 241 were killed and 7000 wounded, the actual number of civilian deaths was beyond 3000. To this day people are forbidden to discuss the June 4th Incident in China. -- source link
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