Today in News History

On July 9, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1789, In Versailles, the National Assembly reconstitutes itself as the National Constituent Assembly and begins preparations for a French constitution. In 1868, The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, guaranteeing African Americans full citizenship and all persons in the United States due process of law. In 1926, Chiang Kai-shek accepts the post of commander-in-chief of the National Revolutionary Army, marking the beginning of the Northern Expedition to unite China under the rule of the Nationalist government. In 1932, The state of São Paulo revolts against the Brazilian Federal Government, starting the Constitutionalist Revolution. In 1970, Masami Tsuda, Japanese author and illustrator was born. In 1984, Ave Pajo, Estonian footballer was born. In 1986, The New Zealand Parliament passes the Homosexual Law Reform Act legalising homosexuality in New Zealand. In 2002, The African Union is established in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, replacing the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). The organization's first chairman is Thabo Mbeki, President of South Africa. In 2004, The Senate Report on Iraqi WMD Intelligence is released by the United States Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, casting doubt on the rationale for the Iraq War. In 2014, Eileen Ford, American businesswoman, co-founded Ford Models (born 1922) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.