1919 Massacre

The 1919 Massacre, also known as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, occurred on April 13, 1919, in Amritsar, India. British troops, under General Dyer, opened fire on a peaceful gathering of thousands protesting British colonial laws, killing hundreds and injuring many. The event shocked India and intensified the fight for independence, highlighting the brutal repression by British authorities. It is a significant and tragic moment in Indian history, symbolizing the struggle against colonial rule and the importance of civil rights and justice.