Today in News History

On June 24, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 972, Battle of Cedynia, the first documented victory of Polish forces, takes place. In 1230, The Siege of Jaén begins, in the context of the Spanish Reconquista. In -1312 BC, Mursili II launches a campaign against the Kingdom of Azzi-Hayasa. In 1779, American Revolutionary War: The Great Siege of Gibraltar begins. In 1945, The first Victory Day Parade takes place on Red Square in Moscow, Soviet Union, symbolizing the victory of the Soviet Union over Nazi Germany. In 1948, Cold War: Start of the Berlin Blockade: The Soviet Union makes overland travel between West Germany and West Berlin impossible. In 1950, Apartheid: In South Africa, the Group Areas Act is passed, formally segregating races. In 1985, Yukina Shirakawa, Japanese model was born. In 2013, James Martin, English-Bermudian computer scientist and author (born 1933) passed away. In 2021, Benigno Aquino III, 15th President of the Philippines (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.