On This Day: May 8, 1984 - Denis Lortie Opens Fire at the Quebec National Assembly

Welcome to the We Love the Eighties Community

This community is dedicated to the music, movies, television, games, radio, and pop culture that defined the 1980s. It is a place for people who lived the decade, as well as those who appreciate what made it unforgettable. Members use this forum to check in during live radio blocks, share weekly listening memories, and talk about what the music, shows, and moments of the 80s bring back for them. Guests are welcome to browse selected discussions, while full participation requires registration. If you would like to understand the intent behind this community and how it is curated, you can read more here: About This Community. Explore current conversations, share your memories, and take part in a community built around real 80s experiences.

Join the discussion

See what members are talking about right now
Free registration. Facebook and Google login available.

Register Log in

Overview Discussion

Pete

Pete

Mr. Eighties
Joined
Apr 29, 2023
Messages
13,842
Reaction score
551
Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: May 8, 1984 - Denis Lortie Opens Fire at the Quebec National Assembly.

On this day May 8, 1984, Corporal Denis Lortie of the Canadian Armed Forces entered the Quebec National Assembly building in Quebec City and opened fire, killing three people and wounding thirteen others. The attack occurred before the day's session had begun, sparing the lives of many members of the provincial legislature.

Lortie, armed with multiple weapons, claimed he was acting on behalf of God and believed the provincial government was ruining Quebec. His rampage was stopped by René...
Click to expand...

Read the full story here...
 
Back
Top