Today in News History

On July 4, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1288, Stephen de Fulbourn, English-born Irish cleric and politician passed away. 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 1919, Gerald W. Thomas, American soldier and academic (died 2013) was born. In 1924, S. R. Nathan, 6th President of Singapore (died 2016) was born. In 1935, Harrison Schmitt, American geologist, astronaut, and politician was born. In 1938, United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the Eternal Light Peace Memorial and lights the eternal flame at Gettysburg Battlefield. In 1943, Gary Waldhorn, British actor (died 2022) was born. In 2013, President of Egypt Mohamed Morsi is removed from office by the military after four days of protests all over the country calling for his resignation, to which he did not respond. The president of the Supreme Constitutional Court of Egypt, Adly Mansour, is declared acting president until further elections are held. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.