Today in News History

On June 28, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 202, Yuan Shao, Chinese warlord passed away. In 1855, Sigma Chi fraternity is founded in North America. In 1926, Mercedes-Benz is formed by Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz merging their two companies. In 1950, Korean War: Packed with its own refugees fleeing Seoul and leaving their 5th Division stranded, South Korean forces blow up the Hangang Bridge in an attempt to slow North Korea's offensive. The city falls later that day. In 1950, Korean War: The Korean People's Army kills almost a thousand doctors, nurses, inpatient civilians and wounded soldiers in the Seoul National University Hospital massacre. In 1950, Korean War: Suspected communist sympathizers (between 60,000 and 200,000) are executed in the Bodo League massacre. In 1956, In Poznań, workers from HCP factory go to the streets, sparking one of the first major protests against communist government both in Poland and Europe. In 1974, Rob Dyrdek, American skateboarder, entrepreneur, and reality television star was born. In 1991, Kang Min-hyuk, South Korean singer, drummer, and actor was born. In 1991, Seohyun, South Korean singer, dancer, and actress was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.