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Today in history for ay 4 featuring a look at historical events, births, and deaths.
Read more: Today in history for May 4Significant Events
- 1776: Rhode Island becomes the first American colony to renounce allegiance to King George III of Britain.
- 1886: The Haymarket Affair occurs in Chicago, a pivotal event in labor history, following a rally supporting striking workers.
- 1970: The Kent State shootings take place, where National Guard troops fired on students protesting the Vietnam War, resulting in four deaths.
- 1979: Margaret Thatcher becomes the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
- 2000: The Internet virus “ILOVEYOU” spreads worldwide, affecting millions of computers.
Notable Births
- 1929: Audrey Hepburn, acclaimed actress and humanitarian.
- 1958: Keith Haring, American artist known for his pop art and graffiti-like work.
- 1975: Will Arnett, Canadian actor and comedian.
Notable Deaths
- 1919: Milan Rastislav Štefánik, Slovak politician, diplomat, and astronomer.
- 1927: Joseph McKenna, U.S. Supreme Court Justice.
- 1997: William J. Brennan Jr., influential U.S. Supreme Court Justice.
On May 4, history has witnessed a variety of pivotal moments, from political milestones and labor movements to cultural achievements. The day is also marked by the births of notable figures in the arts and sciences, as well as the passing of influential leaders and thinkers.
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