Today in News History

On June 27, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 79, Vespasian, Roman emperor (born AD 9) passed away. In 1534, Oda Nobunaga, Japanese warlord (died 1582) was born. In 1900, Blanche Noyes, American aviator, winner of the 1936 Bendix Trophy Race (died 1981) was born. In 1919, Estonian War of Independence: The decisive defeat of the Baltische Landeswehr in the Battle of Cēsis; this date is celebrated as Victory Day in Estonia. In 1929, June Carter Cash, American singer-songwriter, musician, and actress (died 2003) was born. In 1938, The Civil Aeronautics Act is signed into law, forming the Civil Aeronautics Authority in the United States. In 1972, Title IX of the United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 is amended to prohibit sexual discrimination to any educational program receiving federal funds. In 1985, A terrorist bomb explodes at Narita International Airport near Tokyo, killing two and injuring four. An hour later, the same group detonates a second bomb aboard Air India Flight 182, bringing the Boeing 747 down off the coast of Ireland killing all 329 aboard. In 2014, The last of Syria's declared chemical weapons are shipped out for destruction. In 2017, A series of terrorist attacks take place in Pakistan, resulting in 96 deaths and wounding 200 others. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.