Today in News History

On June 24, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1911, George V and Mary of Teck are crowned King and Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. In 1915, Cornelius Warmerdam, American pole vaulter and coach (died 2001) was born. In 1916, Johnny Jacobs, American television announcer (died 1982) was born. In 1919, Gower Champion, American dancer and choreographer (died 1980) was born. In 1939, Don Matthews, American-Canadian football player and coach (died 2017) was born. In 1940, Monty Noble, Australian cricketer and sportscaster (born 1873) passed away. In 1962, Air France Flight 117 crashes on approach to Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport in Guadeloupe, killing 112 people. In 1982, Andoni Iraola, Spanish footballer was born. In 1984, Virgin Atlantic launches with its first flight from London to Newark. In 2022, Bruton Smith, American racetrack promoter (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.