Today in News History

On July 5, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1770, The Battle of Chesma between the Russian Empire and the Ottoman Empire begins. In 1813, War of 1812: Three weeks of British raids on Fort Schlosser, Black Rock and Plattsburgh, New York commence. In 1937, Daniel Sawyer, American golfer (born 1884) passed away. In 1943, World War II: German forces begin a massive offensive against the Soviet Union at the Battle of Kursk, also known as Operation Citadel. In 1954, The BBC broadcasts its first daily television news bulletin. In 1970, Air Canada Flight 621 crashes in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, killing all 109 people on board. In 2003, The World Health Organization announces that the 2002-2004 SARS outbreak has been contained. In 2006, North Korea tests four short-range missiles, one medium-range missile and a long-range Taepodong-2. The long-range Taepodong-2 reportedly fails in mid-air over the Sea of Japan. In 2010, Bob Probert, Canadian ice hockey player and radio host (born 1965) passed away. In 2016, The Juno space probe arrives at Jupiter and begins a 20-month survey of the planet. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.