Today in News History

On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1573, Córdoba, Argentina, is founded by Jerónimo Luis de Cabrera. In 1779, Battle of Grenada: The French defeat British naval forces in the Caribbean during the American Revolutionary War. In 1832, Maximilian I of Mexico (died 1867) was born. In 1846, Ángela Peralta, Mexican opera singer (died 1883) was born. In 1937, Spanish Civil War: Battle of Brunete: The battle begins with Spanish Republican troops going on the offensive against the Nationalists to relieve pressure on Madrid. In 1949, Noli de Castro, Filipino journalist and politician, 14th Vice President of the Philippines was born. In 1967, Nigerian Civil War: Nigerian forces invade Biafra, beginning the war. In 1974, Zé Roberto, Brazilian footballer was born. In 1999, Joaquín Rodrigo, Spanish pianist and composer (born 1901) passed away. In 2019, João Gilberto, Brazilian singer-songwriter and guitarist, pioneer of bossa nova music style (born 1931) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.