Today in News History

On June 21, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1911, Irving Fein, American producer and manager (died 2012) was born. In 1919, The Royal Canadian Mounted Police fire a volley into a crowd of unemployed war veterans, killing two, during the Winnipeg general strike. In 1919, Gérard Pelletier, Canadian journalist and politician (died 1997) was born. In 1921, The Irish village of Knockcroghery was burned by British forces. In 1930, One-year conscription comes into force in France. In 1946, Malcolm Rifkind, Scottish lawyer and politician, Secretary of State for Scotland was born. In 1987, Pablo Barrera, Mexican footballer was born. In 1996, Tyrone May, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2000, Section 28 (of the Local Government Act 1988), outlawing the 'promotion' of homosexuality in the United Kingdom, is repealed in Scotland with a 99 to 17 vote. In 2023, Winnie Ewing, Scottish politician (born 1929) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.