What is today 04 June in World History?

Today, June 4, is a significant day in world history for a number of reasons. Here are a few of the most notable events that took place on this date:

• 1913: Emily Davison, a British suffragette, runs out in front of King George V's horse at the Epsom Derby in an attempt to draw attention to the women's suffrage movement. She is trampled by the horse and dies four days later.
• 1940: The Dunkirk evacuation ends, with the British Armed Forces successfully evacuating over 338,000 troops from Dunkirk, France, during World War II.
• 1942: The Battle of Midway begins, with the Japanese Navy launching a surprise attack on the US naval base at Midway Island. The battle is a turning point in the Pacific War, as it marks the first major defeat for the Japanese.
• 1989: The Tiananmen Square Massacre takes place in Beijing, China, as Chinese troops open fire on unarmed pro-democracy protesters, killing hundreds or even thousands of people.
• 2004: Ronald Reagan, the 40th president of the United States, dies at the age of 93.

These are just a few of the many significant events that have taken place on June 4. It is a day that has witnessed both tragedy and triumph, and it is a reminder of the power of human history.