Today in News History

On June 28, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1577, Peter Paul Rubens, Flemish painter and diplomat (died 1640) was born. In 1745, A New England colonial army captures the French fortifications at Louisbourg (New Style). In 1778, American Revolutionary War: The American Continentals engage the British in the Battle of Monmouth Courthouse resulting in standstill and British withdrawal under cover of darkness. In 1797, French troops disembark in Corfu, beginning the French rule in the Ionian Islands. In 1882, The Anglo-French Convention of 1882 marks the territorial boundaries between Guinea and Sierra Leone. In 1931, Lucien Victor, Belgian cyclist (died 1995) was born. In 1945, Poland's Soviet-allied Provisional Government of National Unity is formed over a month after V-E Day. In 1991, Kevin De Bruyne, Belgian footballer was born. In 1992, Guy Nève, Belgian racing driver (born 1955) passed away. In 2015, Jope Seniloli, Fijian politician, Vice-President of Fiji (born 1939) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.