Today in News History

On June 24, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1917, Lucy Jarvis, American television producer (died 2020) was born. In 1922, John Postgate, English microbiologist, author, and academic (died 2014) was born. In 1936, Robert Downey Sr., American actor and director (died 2021) was born. In 1942, Colin Groves, Australian academician and educator (died 2017) was born. In 1943, US military police attempt to arrest a black soldier in Bamber Bridge, England, sparking the Battle of Bamber Bridge mutiny that leaves one dead and seven wounded. In 1964, Jean-Luc Delarue, French television host and producer (died 2012) was born. In 1970, Glenn Medeiros, American singer-songwriter and guitarist was born. In 1974, Dan Byles, English sailor, rower, and politician was born. In 1991, Aidan Sezer, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2004, Luke Chambers, English footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.