June 1933

Monday 05:

The U.S. Congress abrogates the United States' use of the gold standard by enacting a joint resolution (48 Stat. 112) nullifying the right of creditors to demand payment in gold.

Tuesday 06:

The first drive-in theater opens, in Camden, New Jersey, United States.

Saturday 17:

Union Station Massacre: In Kansas City, Missouri, four FBI agents and captured fugitive Frank Nash were gunned down by gangsters attempting to free Nash.

Thursday 29:

Italian boxer Primo Carnera knocked out American Jack Sharkey to become the heavyweight champion of the world.