Today in News History

On July 5, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1770, The Battle of Chesma between the Russian Empire and the Ottoman Empire begins. In 1865, The United States Secret Service begins operation. In 1886, Prince John Konstantinovich of Russia (died 1918) was born. In 1921, Viktor Kulikov, Russian marshal (died 2013) was born. In 1943, World War II: German forces begin a massive offensive against the Soviet Union at the Battle of Kursk, also known as Operation Citadel. In 1950, Korean War: Task Force Smith: American and North Korean forces first clash, in the Battle of Osan. In 1982, Alexander Dimitrenko, Ukrainian-German boxer was born. In 1986, Alexander Radulov, Russian ice hockey player was born. In 1999, U.S. President Bill Clinton imposes trade and economic sanctions against the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. In 2006, North Korea tests four short-range missiles, one medium-range missile and a long-range Taepodong-2. The long-range Taepodong-2 reportedly fails in mid-air over the Sea of Japan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.