Today in News History

On June 23, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1266, War of Saint Sabas: In the Battle of Trapani, the Venetians defeat a larger Genoese fleet, capturing all its ships. In 1280, The Spanish Reconquista: In the Battle of Moclín the Emirate of Granada ambush a superior pursuing force, killing most of them in a military disaster for the Kingdom of Castile. In 1565, Dragut, commander of the Ottoman navy, dies during the Great Siege of Malta. In 1594, The Action of Faial, Azores. The Portuguese carrack Cinco Chagas, loaded with slaves and treasure, is attacked and sunk by English ships with only 13 survivors out of over 700 on board. In 1811, Nicolau Tolentino de Almeida, Portuguese poet and author (born 1740) passed away. In 1907, Dercy Gonçalves, Brazilian actress and singer (died 2008) was born. In 1914, Mexican Revolution: Pancho Villa takes Zacatecas from Victoriano Huerta. In 2002, Pedro Alcázar, Panamanian boxer (born 1975) passed away. In 2005, Manolis Anagnostakis, Greek poet and critic (born 1925) passed away. In 2015, Miguel Facussé Barjum, Honduran businessman (born 1924) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.