Today in News History

On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1823, Ahmed Vefik Pasha, Greek-Ottoman statesman, diplomat, playwright, and translator (died 1891) was born. In 1851, Charles Bannerman, English-Australian cricketer and umpire (died 1930) was born. In 1866, Austro-Prussian War is decided at the Battle of Königgrätz, enabling Prussia to exclude Austria from German affairs. In 1973, David Bowie retires his stage persona Ziggy Stardust with the surprise announcement that it is "the last show that we'll ever do" on the last day of the Ziggy Stardust Tour. In 1976, Bobby Skinstad, Zimbabwean-South African rugby union player was born. In 1988, James Troisi, Australian footballer was born. In 1989, Mitchell Dodds, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1991, Alison Howie, Scottish field hockey player was born. In 1994, Lew Hoad, Australian tennis player and coach (born 1934) passed away. In 2015, Phil Walsh, Australian footballer and coach (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.