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Events on Saturday 30 May 1925 1
1925May Thirtieth Movement begins in ShanghaiAnti-imperialist protests erupt after police shoot demonstratorsBritish-led police in Shanghai's International Settlement opened fire on Chinese protesters demonstrating against foreign privilege, killing several and triggering nationwide strikes and boycotts. The May Thirtieth Movement galvanized Chinese nationalism and boosted support for both the Kuomintang and the Chinese Communist Party. It marked a turning point in China's anti-imperialist struggle.