Today in News History

On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1035, William the Conqueror becomes the Duke of Normandy, reigning until 1087. In 1767, Norway's oldest newspaper still in print, Adresseavisen, is founded and the first edition is published. In 1775, American Revolutionary War: George Washington takes command of the Continental Army at Cambridge, Massachusetts. In 1849, France invades the Roman Republic and restores the Papal States. In 1852, Congress establishes the United States' 2nd mint in San Francisco. In 1863, American Civil War: The final day of the Battle of Gettysburg culminates with Pickett's Charge. In 1938, United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the Eternal Light Peace Memorial and lights the eternal flame at Gettysburg Battlefield. In 1952, The Constitution of Puerto Rico is approved by the United States Congress. In 1979, U.S. President Jimmy Carter signs the first directive for secret aid to the opponents of the pro-Soviet regime in Kabul. In 2013, President of Egypt Mohamed Morsi is removed from office by the military after four days of protests all over the country calling for his resignation, to which he did not respond. The president of the Supreme Constitutional Court of Egypt, Adly Mansour, is declared acting president until further elections are held. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.