Today in News History

On June 21, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1529, French forces are driven out of northern Italy by Spain at the Battle of Landriano during the War of the League of Cognac. In 1903, Hermann Engelhard, German runner and coach (died 1984) was born. In 1905, Jacques Goddet, French journalist (died 2000) was born. In 1940, World War II: Italy begins an unsuccessful invasion of France. In 1955, Michel Platini, French footballer and manager was born. In 1973, The Primer Congreso del Hombre Andino is inaugurated in Arica, Chile. In 1990, Cedric Belfrage, English journalist and author, co-founded the National Guardian (born 1904) passed away. In 1990, Ričardas Berankis, Lithuanian tennis player was born. In 1993, Hungrybox, Argentine-American esports player was born. In 2016, Pierre Lalonde, Canadian television host and singer (born 1941) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.