Today in News History

On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1779, Battle of Grenada: The French defeat British naval forces in the Caribbean during the American Revolutionary War. In 1918, Herm Fuetsch, American professional basketball player (died 2010) was born. In 1925, Merv Griffin, American actor, singer, and producer, created Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! (died 2007) was born. In 1957, Althea Gibson wins at the Wimbledon Championships, becoming the first black athlete to do so. In 1964, Claude V. Ricketts, American admiral (born 1906) passed away. In 1975, 50 Cent, American rapper and actor was born. In 1978, Adam Busch, American actor, director, and producer was born. In 1992, Marsha P. Johnson, American drag queen performer and activist (born 1945) passed away. In 1997, The Troubles: In response to the Drumcree dispute, five days of mass protests, riots and gun battles begin in Irish nationalist districts of Northern Ireland. In 2010, Harvey Fuqua, American singer-songwriter and producer (born 1929) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.