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On June 29, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1922, John William Vessey, Jr., American general (died 2016) was born. In 1925, Francis S. Currey, American World War II Medal of Honor recipient (died 2019) was born. In 1926, Julius W. Becton, Jr., U.S lieutenant general (died 2023) was born. In 1929, Pete George, American weightlifter (died 2021) was born. In 1944, Seán Patrick O'Malley, American cardinal was born. In 1952, The first Miss Universe pageant is held. Armi Kuusela from Finland wins the title of Miss Universe 1952. In 2007, Apple Inc. releases its first mobile phone, the iPhone. In 2007, Fred Saberhagen, American soldier and author (born 1930) passed away. In 2012, Juan Reccius, Chilean triple jumper (born 1911) passed away. In 2022, Hershel W. Williams, American Marine Corps warrant officer, last living Medal of Honor recipient from World War II (born 1923) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Pride in being American reaches new low ahead of 250th anniversary

Washington Examiner

Washington Examiner

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June 29, 2026

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Pride in being American reaches new low ahead of 250th anniversary

Less than one week before Americans are set to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, new polling shows American pride has hit a new low nationwide. About one-third of the country identifies as “extremely proud” to be an American, with a 56-percentage-point pride gap between Republicans and Democrats, according []

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