December 6th has witnessed its fair share of significant events that have shaped the course of history across various domains. One of the most profound global events occurred in 1989 when the École Polytechnique massacre took place in Montreal, Canada. On that fateful day, Marc Lépine entered the engineering school and targeted female students, resulting in the tragic deaths of 14 women and injuries to many others. This horrific incident shocked the nation and sparked a nationwide conversation about gender-based violence and misogyny. In the aftermath, December 6th has been commemorated as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada, serving as a solemn reminder of the need for ongoing advocacy and action towards gender equality and the safety of women. Moving to a different realm, December 6th, 1917, marked a significant maritime disaster known as the Halifax Explosion. A French cargo ship, SS Mont-Blanc, laden with high-explosives,
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