As a result of the Chinese government deploying the army to end the demonstrations on the night of 3-4 June, many people lost their lives. The events resonated widely in the international arena; there are significant differences between official and independent estimates regarding the loss of life.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Tiananmen Square Protests?
- In the spring of 1989, protests held in Tiananmen Square in Beijing by broad segments of society, primarily university students, demanding political reform and greater freedom, lasted for weeks.
- When did Tiananmen Square Protests happen?
- 1989 CE