Today in News History

On July 8, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1099, Some 15,000 starving Christian soldiers begin the siege of Jerusalem by marching in a religious procession around the city as its Muslim defenders watch. In 1167, The Byzantines defeat the Hungarian army decisively at Sirmium, forcing the Hungarians to sue for peace. In 1716, The Battle of Dynekilen forces Sweden to abandon its invasion of Norway. In 1760, British forces defeat French forces in the last naval battle in New France. In 1822, Chippewas turn over a huge tract of land in Ontario to the United Kingdom. In 1892, St. John's, Newfoundland is devastated in the Great Fire of 1892. In 1933, The first rugby union test match between the Wallabies of Australia and the Springboks of South Africa is played at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town. In 1935, John David Crow, American football player and coach (died 2015) was born. In 1978, Urmas Rooba, Estonian footballer was born. In 1980, The inaugural 1980 State of Origin game is won by Queensland who defeat New South Wales 20-10 at Lang Park. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.