Today in News History

On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1683, Edward Young, English poet, dramatist and literary critic (Night-Thoughts) (died 1765) was born. In 1754, French and Indian War: George Washington surrenders Fort Necessity to French forces. In 1775, American Revolutionary War: George Washington takes command of the Continental Army at Cambridge, Massachusetts. In 1778, American Revolutionary War: The Iroquois, allied with Britain, killed 360 people in the Wyoming Valley massacre. In 1863, American Civil War: The final day of the Battle of Gettysburg culminates with Pickett's Charge. In 1938, United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the Eternal Light Peace Memorial and lights the eternal flame at Gettysburg Battlefield. In 1945, Michael Martin, Baron Martin of Springburn, Scottish politician, Speaker of the House of Commons (died 2018) was born. In 1959, Julie Burchill, English journalist and author was born. In 1967, The Aden Emergency: The Battle of the Crater in which the British Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders retake the Crater district following the Arab Police mutiny. In 1970, The Troubles: The "Falls Curfew" begins in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.