Today in News History

On July 5, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1841, William Collins Whitney, American financier and politician, 31st United States Secretary of the Navy (died 1904) was born. In 1865, The United States Secret Service begins operation. In 1915, The Liberty Bell leaves Philadelphia by special train on its way to the Panama-Pacific International Exposition. This is the last trip outside Philadelphia that the custodians of the bell intend to permit. In 1943, World War II: An Allied invasion fleet sails for Sicily (Operation Husky, July 10, 1943). In 1950, Korean War: Task Force Smith: American and North Korean forces first clash, in the Battle of Osan. In 1953, David Morrow, Australian radio host and sportscaster (died 2024) was born. In 1970, Air Canada Flight 621 crashes in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, killing all 109 people on board. In 2003, The World Health Organization announces that the 2002-2004 SARS outbreak has been contained. In 2005, James Stockdale, American admiral (born 1923) passed away. 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.