Today in News History

On June 19, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1811, The Carlton House Fête is held in London to celebrate the establishment of the Regency era. In 1816, Battle of Seven Oaks between North West Company and Hudson's Bay Company, near Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. In 1845, Cléophas Beausoleil, Canadian journalist and politician (died 1904) was born. In 1921, The village of Knockcroghery, Ireland, is burned by British forces. In 1946, Jimmy Greenhoff, English footballer and manager was born. In 1950, Neil Asher Silberman, American archaeologist and historian was born. In 1954, Mike O'Brien, English lawyer and politician, Solicitor General for England and Wales was born. In 1971, Chris Armstrong, English footballer was born. In 1972, Poppy Montgomery, Australian actress was born. In 2009, Mass riots involving over 10,000 people and 10,000 police officers break out in Shishou, China, over the dubious circumstances surrounding the death of a local chef. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.