Today in News History

On June 26, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1243, Mongols defeat the Seljuk Turks at the Battle of Köse Dağ. In 1274, Nasir al-Din al-Tusi, Persian scientist and writer (born 1201) passed away. In 1295, Przemysł II crowned king of Poland, following Ducal period. The white eagle is added to the Polish coat of arms. In 1487, John Argyropoulos, Byzantine philosopher and scholar (born 1415) passed away. In 1723, After a siege and bombardment by cannon, Baku surrenders to the Russians. 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 1944, World War II: The Battle of Osuchy in Osuchy, Poland, one of the largest battles between Nazi Germany and Polish resistance forces, ends with the defeat of the latter. In 1945, The United Nations Charter is signed by 50 Allied nations in San Francisco, California. In 1948, Cold War: The first supply flights are made in response to the Berlin Blockade. In 1991, Yugoslav Wars: The Yugoslav People's Army begins the Ten-Day War in Slovenia. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.