Today in News History

On June 28, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 975, Cyneweard, bishop of Wells passed away. In 1778, American Revolutionary War: The American Continentals engage the British in the Battle of Monmouth Courthouse resulting in standstill and British withdrawal under cover of darkness. In 1950, Korean War: Suspected communist sympathizers (between 60,000 and 200,000) are executed in the Bodo League massacre. In 1951, Mark Shand, English conservationist and author (died 2014) was born. In 1954, A. A. Gill, Scottish author and critic (died 2016) was born. In 1956, In Poznań, workers from HCP factory go to the streets, sparking one of the first major protests against communist government both in Poland and Europe. In 1969, Stonewall riots begin in New York City, marking the start of the Gay Rights Movement. In 1970, Tom Merritt, American journalist was born. In 1987, For the first time in military history, a civilian population is targeted for chemical attack when Iraqi warplanes bombed the Iranian town of Sardasht. In 1989, Markiplier, American internet personality was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.