Today in News History

On June 29, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1926, Mel Brooks, American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter was born. In 1926, George Booth, American cartoonist (died 2022) was born. In 1928, Patrick Hemingway, American writer was born. In 1934, Bette Greene, American journalist and author (died 2020) was born. In 1950, Korean War: Packed with its own refugees fleeing Seoul and leaving their 5th Division stranded, South Korean forces blow up the Hangang Bridge in an attempt to slow North Korea's offensive. The city falls later that day. In 1959, Clint Boon, English singer and keyboard player was born. In 1986, Kellie Pickler, American singer-songwriter was born. In 1993, Bradley Beal, American basketball player was born. In 1997, Shakur Stevenson, American boxer was born. In 2006, Jim Baen, American publisher, founded Baen Books (born 1943) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.