Today in News History
On July 7, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1520, Spanish conquistadores defeat a larger Aztec army at the Battle of Otumba. In 1934, Robert McNeill Alexander, British zoologist (died 2016) was born. In 1941, Jim Rodford, English bass player (died 2018) was born. In 1954, Simon Anderson, Australian surfer was born. In 1959, Billy Campbell, American actor was born. In 1975, Adam Nelson, American shot putter was born. In 1976, Ercüment Olgundeniz, Turkish discus thrower and shot putter was born. In 1978, Chris Andersen, American basketball player was born. In 2000, Kenny Irwin Jr., American race car driver (born 1969) passed away. In 2021, Robert Downey Sr., American actor and director. Father of Robert Downey Jr. (born 1936) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Dad wrestles away alligator to save his 11-year-old son after it bit his hand off during fishing trip
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The boy was releasing a fish at a resort in Florida when the attack happened
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