Today in News History
On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1898, Harry Patch, English soldier and firefighter (died 2009) was born. In 1910, Aurel Vlaicu pilots an A. Vlaicu nr. 1 on its first flight. In 1932, Bonus Army: Around a thousand World War I veterans amass at the United States Capitol as the U.S. Senate considers a bill that would give them certain benefits. In 1948, Dave Concepción, Venezuelan baseball player and manager was born. In 1951, Starhawk, American author and activist was born. In 1955, Cem Hakko, Turkish fashion designer and businessman was born. In 1961, Jeff Chandler, American actor (born 1918) passed away. In 1961, Kōichi Yamadera, Japanese actor and singer was born. In 1999, Henri Jokiharju, Finnish ice hockey player was born. In 2021, Juneteenth National Independence Day, was signed into law by President Joe Biden, to become the first federal holiday established since Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
One Of Hasbro’s Coolest Star Wars Replicas Gets Early Prime Day Discount
Star Wars: The Black Series - First Order Stormtrooper helmet 70 (was 110) See at Amazon Amazon's Prime Day sale kicks off June 23, but early deals are already cropping up. If you're a Star Wars fan, you can join the First Order for only 70 with this discount on the Star Wars: The Black Series Stormtrooper wearable helmet (normally 110). The Black Series helmets like this are popular both as displays and as affordable options for cosplay. Star Wars: The Black Series - First Order Stormtrooper helmet 70 (was 110) This movie-accurate, wearable helmet is based on the First Order's next generation of Stormtroopers as seen in Star Wars Episodes VII through IX. If you're planning to cosplay, you can use the built-in electronic voice distortion speaker to sound like a First Order soldier. The helmet also features an internal strapping system to help it fit your head, as well as a textured interior to complete the look. Even if you're not planning to wear it, the helmet makes for an impressive display piece alongside the stylish box it ships in. See at Amazon Several other Black Series helmets are available at Amazon. While they aren't on sale, they're still affordably priced, and feature the same screen-accurate designs as this Stormtrooper replica. The line has grown considerably over the years, covering several other Stormtrooper and Clonetrooper variants, icons like Boba Fett, and newer Star Wars characters like the Stranger and Carson Teva. Check out the list below for a glance at what's available. For more early Prime Day deals, you can also check out Amazon's 4K Blu-rays special, save up to 30 on Lego Mario sets, and grab a massive discount on the beautifully illustrated slipcase editions of The Lord of the Rings books. Star Wars: Black Series Helmets at Amazon Artillery Stormtrooper -- 110.67 Boba Fett: Prototype armor -- 122.64 Boba Fett: Rearmored -- 110 Carson Teva: X-Wing helmet -- 100 Clonetrooper: Captain Rex -- 132 (140) Clonetrooper: Commander Cody -- 110 Clonetrooper: Phase 2 helmet -- 110 Imperial Death Trooper -- 110 Incinerator Stormtrooper -- 100 The Mandalorian: Moff Gideon helmet -- 100 Scout Trooper -- 110 Shoretrooper -- 110 Star Wars: The Acolyte - The Stranger -- 100 (110) Stormtrooper -- 124.19 Stormtrooper: Black helmet -- 120 For more early Prime Day deals, you can also check out Amazon's 4K Blu-rays special, save up to 30 on Lego Mario sets, and grab a massive discount on the beautifully illustrated slipcase editions of The Lord of the Rings books. More Deals And Preorders Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Preorders Are Live On PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, And PC Super Mario Lego Sets Are Up To 30 Off At Amazon Hundreds Of Books Are On Sale In Amazon’s Buy 2 Get 1 Free Sale Preorders For Kingdom Hearts Collection I-III Amazon’s 3 4K Blu-Rays For 33 Deal Returns This Month PlayStation’s Wireless FlexStrike Fight Stick Preorders Are Now Open Super Mario and Yoshi Lego Set Discounted To Its Lowest Price Yet More Deals And Preorders Links (3)
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