1919CE
Politics
Congress Passes the 19th Amendment
The United States Congress approves the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, guaranteeing women the right to vote, and sends it to the states for ratification.
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June 4
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1940CE
War
Dunkirk Evacuation Concludes
Operation Dynamo ends as the last Allied troops are evacuated from Dunkirk, France, saving over 338,000 soldiers from advancing German forces.
1942CE
War
Battle of Midway Begins
The Battle of Midway commences, marking a turning point in the Pacific Theater of World War II as the U.S. Navy decisively defeats the Japanese fleet.
1975CE
Birth
Angelina Jolie Born
Academy Award-winning American actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian known for films like Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Girl Interrupted, and Maleficent.