Today in News History

On June 28, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 975, Cyneweard, bishop of Wells passed away. In 1194, Xiao Zong, Chinese emperor (born 1127) passed away. In 1936, The Japanese puppet state of Mengjiang is formed in northern China. In 1945, Poland's Soviet-allied Provisional Government of National Unity is formed over a month after V-E Day. 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 1989, On the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Kosovo, Slobodan Milošević delivers the Gazimestan speech at the site of the historic battle. In 1991, Kang Min-hyuk, South Korean singer, drummer, and actor was born. In 1991, Seohyun, South Korean singer, dancer, and actress was born. In 1997, Tadasuke Makino, Japanese racing driver was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.