Today in News History

On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1779, Battle of Grenada: The French defeat British naval forces in the Caribbean during the American Revolutionary War. In 1892, Three thousand eight hundred striking steelworkers engage in a day-long battle with Pinkerton agents during the Homestead Strike, leaving ten dead and dozens wounded. In 1939, Anti-Jewish legislation in prewar Nazi Germany closes the last remaining Jewish enterprises. In 1947, The AK-47 goes into production in the Soviet Union. In 1962, As a part of Operation Plowshare, the Sedan nuclear test takes place. In 1962, Peter Hedges, American author, screenwriter, and director was born. In 1964, Malawi declares its independence from the United Kingdom. In 1970, Inspectah Deck, American rapper and producer was born. In 2006, The Nathu La pass between India and China, sealed during the Sino-Indian War, re-opens for trade after 44 years. In 2013, A 73-car oil train derails in the town of Lac-Mégantic, Quebec and explodes into flames, killing at least 47 people and destroying more than 30 buildings in the town's central area. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.