Today in News History

On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1090, Egbert II, Margrave of Meissen (born c. 1060) passed away. In 1860, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, American sociologist and author (died 1935) was born. In 1863, American Civil War: The final day of the Battle of Gettysburg culminates with Pickett's Charge. In 1866, Austro-Prussian War is decided at the Battle of Königgrätz, enabling Prussia to exclude Austria from German affairs. In 1888, Ramón Gómez de la Serna, Spanish author and playwright (died 1963) was born. In 1924, Amalia Aguilar, Cuban-Mexican film actress and dancer (died 2021) was born. In 1952, The Constitution of Puerto Rico is approved by the United States Congress. In 1967, The Aden Emergency: The Battle of the Crater in which the British Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders retake the Crater district following the Arab Police mutiny. In 1973, David Bowie retires his stage persona Ziggy Stardust with the surprise announcement that it is "the last show that we'll ever do" on the last day of the Ziggy Stardust Tour. In 1990, Alison Riske-Amritraj, American tennis player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.