Did the Tiananmen Square protests and crackdown happen in 1989?
Yes, the Tiananmen Square protests and the subsequent military crackdown occurred in 1989.[1]
Student-led demonstrations began in April 1989 in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square (and spread elsewhere in China), calling for political reform, democracy, an end to corruption, and other changes. They grew significantly over the following weeks.[2]
Martial law was declared in May, and on the night of June 3–4, 1989, the Chinese military advanced on the square and surrounding areas, using lethal force to clear protesters. This resulted in hundreds (possibly more) killed and thousands wounded, according to various estimates; the Chinese government has given lower official figures and has sought to suppress discussion of the events.[1]
Citations (2)
- https://www.britannica.com/event/Tiananmen-Square-incident
Backs: “Yes, the Tiananmen Square protests and the subsequent military crackdown occurred in 1989.”
- https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-27404764
Backs: “Student-led demonstrations began in April 1989 in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square (and spread elsewhere in China), calling for political reform, democracy, an end to corruption, and other changes. They grew significantly over the following weeks.”