Today in News History

On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 896, Dong Chang, Chinese warlord passed away. In 1863, American Civil War: The final day of the Battle of Gettysburg culminates with Pickett's Charge. In 1871, William Henry Davies, Welsh poet and writer (died 1940) was born. In 1918, Johnny Palmer, American golfer (died 2006) was born. In 1925, Terry Moriarty, Australian rules footballer (died 2011) was born. In 1938, United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the Eternal Light Peace Memorial and lights the eternal flame at Gettysburg Battlefield. In 1970, The Troubles: The "Falls Curfew" begins in Belfast, Northern Ireland. 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 1992, Crystal Dunn, American soccer player was born. In 2014, Volkmar Groß, German footballer (born 1948) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.