1967 59 years ago Notable Deaths June 2

Benno Ohnesorg, German student and activist (born 1940)

On June 2, in the year 1967, Benno Ohnesorg, German student and activist (born 1940). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of June 2, one of 396 recorded events on this date across all of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Killing of Benno Ohnesorg. Learn more below.

Benno Ohnesorg was a West German university student who was fatally shot in the back of the head by policeman Karl-Heinz Kurras during a demonstration in West Berlin. His death spurred the growth of the left-wing West German student movement.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on June 2, 1967 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • The event is associated with a specific geographical location (see map below).
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 17 November 2025.

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