Memorials for the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests website provides information about details of past anniversaries. There is also information about the June 4 massacre and gives information about other commemorative events. Memorials for the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests In the days following the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989, many memorials and vigils were held around the world. Hong Kong, China and the USA have all held different versions of memorials so that those who died will not be forgotten. Vindicate 4 June and Relay the Torch is an annual activity mourning the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989 organized by Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic
1989 Tiananmen Square protests Square by force, the Politburo received word from the martial law troops headquarters stating that the troops were ready to help stabilize the capital, and that they understood the necessity and legality of martial law to overcome the turmoil. On 2 June, the movement saw an increase in action and protest, solidifying the CPC's decision that it was time to act. Protests broke out as newspapers published articles that called for the students to leave Tiananmen Square and end the movement. Many of the students in the Square were not willing to leave and were outraged by the articles. They