Today in News History

On June 24, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1254, Floris V, Count of Holland (died 1296) was born. In 1340, Hundred Years' War: Battle of Sluys: The French fleet is almost completely destroyed by the English fleet commanded in person by King Edward III. In 1912, Brian Johnston, English sportscaster and author (died 1994) was born. In 1913, Gustaaf Deloor, Belgian cyclist and soldier (died 2002) was born. In 1922, The American Professional Football Association is renamed the National Football League. In 1938, Ken Gray, New Zealand rugby player (died 1992) was born. In 1950, Apartheid: In South Africa, the Group Areas Act is passed, formally segregating races. In 1973, The UpStairs Lounge arson attack takes place at a gay bar located on the second floor of the three-story building at 141 Chartres Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, US. Thirty-two people die as a result of fire or smoke inhalation. In 1977, Dimos Dikoudis, Greek basketball player and manager was born. In 1978, Pantelis Kafes, Greek footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.