Today in News History

On June 24, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 843, The Vikings sack the French city of Nantes. In 972, Battle of Cedynia, the first documented victory of Polish forces, takes place. In 1314, First War of Scottish Independence: The Battle of Bannockburn concludes with a decisive victory by Scottish forces led by Robert the Bruce. In 1762, Battle of Wilhelmsthal: The British-Hanoverian army of Ferdinand of Brunswick defeats French forces in Westphalia. In 1859, Battle of Solferino (Battle of the Three Sovereigns): Sardinia and France defeat Austria in Solferino, northern Italy. In 1880, First performance of O Canada at the Congrès national des Canadiens-Français. The song would later become the national anthem of Canada. In 1912, Brian Johnston, English sportscaster and author (died 1994) was born. In 1924, Kurt Furgler, Swiss politician, 70th President of the Swiss Confederation (died 2008) was born. In 1927, Fernand Dumont, Canadian sociologist, philosopher, and poet (died 1997) was born. In 1933, Bob Cole, Canadian sports announcer (died 2024) was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.