Today in News History

On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1933, The first Major League Baseball All-Star Game is played in Chicago's Comiskey Park. The American League defeated the National League 4-2. In 1936, A major breach of the Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal in England sends millions of gallons of water cascading 200 feet (61 m) into the River Irwell. In 1937, Spanish Civil War: Battle of Brunete: The battle begins with Spanish Republican troops going on the offensive against the Nationalists to relieve pressure on Madrid. In 1962, Todd Bennett, English runner and coach (died 2013) was born. In 1975, Kristian Woolf, Australian rugby league player and coach was born. In 1975, Sebastián Rulli, Argentine-Mexican actor and model was born. In 1976, Rory Delap, English-Irish footballer was born. In 1990, Justin Schultz, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 1990, Magaye Gueye, French footballer was born. In 1992, Manny Machado, Dominican-American baseball player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.