Today in News History

On July 5, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1316, The Burgundian and Majorcan claimants of the Principality of Achaea meet in the Battle of Manolada. In 1316, Ferdinand, prince of Majorca (born 1278) passed away. In 1807, In Buenos Aires the local militias repel the British soldiers within the Second English Invasion. In 1813, War of 1812: Three weeks of British raids on Fort Schlosser, Black Rock and Plattsburgh, New York commence. In 1814, War of 1812: Battle of Chippawa: American Major General Jacob Brown defeats British General Phineas Riall at Chippawa, Ontario. In 1829, Ignacio Mariscal, Mexican politician and diplomat, Secretary of Foreign Affairs for Mexico (died 1910) was born. In 1885, Blas Infante, Spanish historian and politician (died 1936) was born. In 1943, World War II: German forces begin a massive offensive against the Soviet Union at the Battle of Kursk, also known as Operation Citadel. In 1945, Humberto Benítez Treviño, Mexican lawyer and politician, Attorney General of Mexico was born. In 1950, Korean War: Task Force Smith: American and North Korean forces first clash, in the Battle of Osan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.