Today in News History

On July 2, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 866, Battle of Brissarthe: The Franks led by Robert the Strong are defeated by a joint Breton-Viking army. In 1644, English Civil War: Battle of Marston Moor. In 1645, Battle of Alford: Wars of the Three Kingdoms. In 1665, Samuel Penhallow, English-American soldier and historian (died 1726) was born. In 1915, Valerian Wellesley, 8th Duke of Wellington, British peer, politician and soldier (died 2014) was born. In 1927, James Mackay, Baron Mackay of Clashfern, Scottish lawyer and politician, Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain was born. In 1970, Steve Morrow, Northern Irish footballer and manager was born. In 1986, Brett Cecil, American baseball player was born. In 1990, Merritt Mathias, American soccer player was born. In 1990, Morag McLellan, Scottish field hockey player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.