CalEvents:Jun/Jun 1
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Notable events for June 1
Date
Event
Significance
June 1, 1921
End of Tulsa Race Massacre
On this day, the Tulsa Race Massacre, which began on May 31, ended. Over 35 blocks of the Greenwood District, known as “Black Wall Street,” were destroyed, and hundreds of African Americans were killed. This event is one of the most tragic acts of racial violence in U.S. history.
June 1, 1943
Race riots in Detroit, Michigan
On this day, race riots erupted in Detroit, Michigan, fueled by racial tensions, economic competition, and overcrowded living conditions. The violence, which lasted for several days, highlighted the systemic racism and inequality faced by African Americans in northern cities during World War II.
June 1, 1960
Ghana becomes a republic
On this day, Ghana officially became a republic, with Kwame Nkrumah as its first president. This was a significant step in Ghana’s independence journey, as the country became fully sovereign after previously gaining independence from British colonial rule in 1957.
June 1, 1972
UN General Assembly establishes the UN Environment Programme
On this day, the United Nations General Assembly established the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) with significant participation from African nations. The program aimed to address environmental issues, including desertification and deforestation, which were major concerns in Africa.
June 1, 1980
Rhodesia renamed Zimbabwe after independence
On this day, Rhodesia was officially renamed Zimbabwe, following its independence from British colonial rule in April 1980. Robert Mugabe was sworn in as the first prime minister of the newly renamed nation, marking the end of white-minority rule.
June 1, 1993
Thabo Mbeki becomes deputy president of South Africa
On this day, Thabo Mbeki was appointed deputy president of South Africa, serving under Nelson Mandela. Mbeki played a key role in shaping post-apartheid South Africa’s policies and would later succeed Mandela as the country’s president.
June 1, 2009
First Africa-India Summit held in Addis Ababa
On this day, the first Africa-India Summit was held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together African and Indian leaders to discuss trade, development, and political cooperation. This summit marked a significant step in strengthening South-South relations between Africa and India.