Today in News History

On June 27, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1760, Anglo-Cherokee War: Cherokee warriors defeat British forces at the Battle of Echoee near present-day Otto, North Carolina. In 1864, American Civil War: Confederate forces defeat Union forces during the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain during the Atlanta Campaign. In 1914, Helena Benitez, Filipina academic and administrator (died 2016) was born. In 1932, Anna Moffo, American operatic soprano (died 2006) was born. In 1975, Bianca Del Rio, American drag queen and comedian was born. In 1988, Villa Tunari massacre: Bolivian anti-narcotics police kill nine to 12 and injure over a hundred protesting coca-growing peasants. In 1988, Stefani Bismpikou, Greek gymnast was born. In 1989, Hana Birnerová, Czech tennis player was born. In 2006, Ángel Maturino Reséndiz, Mexican serial killer (born 1960) passed away. In 2007, The Brazilian Military Police invades the favelas of Complexo do Alemão in an episode which is remembered as the Complexo do Alemão massacre. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.