Today in News History
On July 8, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1283, Roger of Lauria, commanding the Aragonese fleet, defeats an Angevin fleet sent to put down a rebellion on Malta. In 1947, Jenny Diski, English author and screenwriter (died 2016) was born. In 1948, The United States Air Force accepts its first female recruits into a program called the Women's Air Force (WAF). In 1963, Mark Christopher, American director and screenwriter was born. In 1997, Bryce Love, American football player was born. In 2007, Jack B. Sowards, American screenwriter and producer (born 1929) passed away. In 2011, Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched in the final mission of the U.S. Space Shuttle program. In 2020, Alex Pullin, Australian snowboarder (born 1987) passed away. In 2022, Tony Sirico, American actor (born 1942) passed away. In 2022, Larry Storch, American actor and comedian (born 1923) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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