Did the Tiananmen Square protests and crackdown happen in 1989?

Yes, the Tiananmen Square protests and crackdown occurred in 1989 in Beijing, China. The protests began in April 1989, largely led by students and intellectuals calling for political reform, greater freedoms, and addressing issues like corruption and inflation. The demonstrations grew significantly over the following weeks, drawing support from various segments of society. The Chinese government declared martial law in May 1989, and on June 3-4, 1989, the military was deployed to clear the square and surrounding areas, resulting in a violent crackdown that caused numerous deaths and injuries, with estimates of casualties varying widely due to the lack of an official transparent count.