Welcome to the 4 June edition of “On This Day”, a
historical series from AssamJobsGuide.com. Today, we reflect on
significant events from Assam's monsoon preparedness to pivotal global
occurrences.
🇮🇳 Indian & Assam Events on 4 June
🌧️ Assam – Monsoon Preparedness Activities
Around early June every year, including 4
June, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) intensifies its
flood preparedness drives. With Assam being highly flood-prone, this date often
marks the peak of pre-monsoon inspection and relief planning in districts like
Dhemaji, Barpeta, and Majuli.
🌍
Global Events on 4 June
1989 –
Tiananmen Square Massacre in China
On the early morning of 4 June 1989, Chinese
troops completed a violent crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators at Tiananmen
Square in Beijing. The brutal suppression resulted in numerous
casualties and remains a heavily censored topic within China, symbolizing the
struggle for democratic reforms.
1940 –
Dunkirk Evacuation Ends (World War II)
On 4 June 1940, Operation Dynamo,
the mass evacuation of Allied soldiers from Dunkirk, France, concluded. Over
338,000 troops were rescued by a makeshift fleet of military ships and civilian
boats, marking a pivotal moment in WWII history.
2010 –
Falcon 9 Makes Its Maiden Flight
On this day, SpaceX
successfully launched the Falcon 9 rocket for
the first time from Cape Canaveral, USA. This mission marked a new era in
private space exploration, led by Elon Musk’s company.
🎂
Notable Birthdays on 4 June
·
Angelina
Jolie (1975) – Academy Award-winning American actress and
humanitarian, known for roles in Girl, Interrupted and Maleficent.
·
Bar
Refaeli (1985) – Israeli supermodel and entrepreneur.
·
Russell
Brand (1975) – British comedian, actor, and activist.
🕊️ Notable Deaths on 4 June
·
Reinhard
Heydrich (1942) – High-ranking Nazi official, assassinated
in Prague. His death triggered severe Nazi reprisals in Czechoslovakia.
·
Dorothy
Gish (1968) – Silent film actress and sister of Lillian
Gish, a pioneering figure in early American cinema.
💬
Quote of the Day
"Without freedom of thought, there can
be no such thing as wisdom."
— Benjamin
Franklin
🧠 Did
You Know?
·
The Tiananmen protests
were led largely by students calling for democratic reform. The iconic “Tank
Man” photo remains one of the most powerful images of peaceful resistance.
·
Falcon
9 is now one of the most frequently used launch vehicles
globally, critical to both commercial satellites and NASA missions.
🧾
Closing Thoughts
4 June is a date filled with courage,
innovation, and remembrance. From the sorrow of Tiananmen to Assam’s readiness
for natural challenges and leaps in space exploration, it offers many lessons.
📚 Join us again on AssamJobsGuide.com
as we continue this historical journey in our “On This Day”
series.
For regular updates on government job notifications in Assam, join our channels:
- WhatsApp Channel: Subscribe Now
- Telegram Channel: Join Now
- Facebook Page: Follow Now
- Facebook Group: Join Now
%2012th%20Board%20Exam%20Result%20Here!%20Assam%20Jobs%20Guide.png)
0 Comments