Today in News History

On June 26, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1848, End of the June Days Uprising in Paris. In 1906, The first Grand Prix motor race is held at Le Mans. In 1913, Aimé Césaire, French poet, author, and politician (died 2008) was born. In 1914, Princess Sophie of Greece and Denmark, European royalty (died 2001) was born. In 1917, World War I: The American Expeditionary Forces begin to arrive in France. They will first enter combat in the Battle of Hamel on July 4. In 1920, Jean-Pierre Roy, Canadian-American baseball player, manager, and sportscaster (died 2014) was born. In 1960, Madagascar gains its independence from France. In 1991, Houssem Chemali, French footballer was born. In 1997, Don Hutson, American football player and coach (born 1913) passed away. In 2015, Five different terrorist attacks in France, Tunisia, Somalia, Kuwait, and Syria occurred on what was dubbed Bloody Friday by international media. Upwards of 750 people were either killed or injured in these uncoordinated attacks. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.