Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1774, The British pass the Quebec Act, setting out rules of governance for the colony of Quebec in British North America. In 1812, France declares war on Russia, starting Napoleon's invasion. In 1813, War of 1812: After learning of American plans for a surprise attack on Beaver Dams in Ontario, Laura Secord sets out on a thirty kilometres (19 mi) journey on foot to warn Lieutenant James FitzGibbon. In 1879, Thibaudeau Rinfret, Canadian lawyer and jurist, 9th Chief Justice of Canada (died 1962) was born. In 1896, Leonard W. Murray, Canadian admiral (died 1971) was born. In 1931, Ruby Garrard Woodson, American educator and cultural historian (died 2008) was born. In 1939, Don Matthews, American-Canadian football player and coach (died 2017) was born. In 1946, Linda Bond, Canadian 19th General of The Salvation Army was born. In 1952, Graham Greene, Canadian actor was born. In 2007, The small town of Elie, Manitoba is hit by Canada’s most intense tornado on record. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.