1832CE
War
June Rebellion in Paris Begins
The June Rebellion, an unsuccessful, anti-monarchist uprising by Parisian republicans, begins. It would later serve as the inspiration for Victor Hugo's 'Les Misérables'.
Daily Chronicle
June 5
4 Historical Records
1947CE
Politics
Marshall Plan Announced
U.S. Secretary of State George Marshall outlines a massive economic aid program to help rebuild war-torn Europe during a speech at Harvard University.
1968CE
Death
Assassination of Robert F. Kennedy
U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy is shot at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles, dying from his injuries the next day.
1971CE
Birth
Mark Wahlberg Born
American actor, producer, and former rapper known for films such as The Departed, The Fighter, and Ted, as well as his successful business ventures.