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5 Fun Facts About May 4 In District Of Columbia History

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1. On May 4, 1970, protests erupted at the George Washington University in Washington, D.C., in response to the Kent State shootings. Four students were killed by the National Guard at Kent State University in Ohio after protesting the Vietnam War.

2. May 4, 2007, marks the opening of the Washington Nationals' new stadium, Nationals Park, in Southeast D.C. The ballpark has since become a beloved landmark in the city and is known for its stunning views of the city skyline.

3. On May 4, 1932, construction began on the Hoover Dam in Arizona and Nevada, which would become a major source of hydroelectric power and irrigation for the region. The construction of the dam was the largest public works project in U.S. history up to that point.

4. May 4, 2001, became known as "National Mall Day" in D.C., when thousands of volunteers helped rid the National Mall of litter and debris. The event highlighted the importance of keeping public spaces clean and maintaining the beauty of D.C.'s most famous landmarks.

5. On May 4, 1973, residents of the District of Columbia gained the right to vote for the first time in presidential elections. Prior to this, D.C. had no voting representation in Congress and was treated as a federal district rather than a state.
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