Today in News History

On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1884, Harold Stirling Vanderbilt, American businessman and sailor (died 1970) was born. In 1924, Louie Bellson, American drummer, composer, and bandleader (died 2009) was born. In 1940, Story Bridge, a major landmark in Brisbane, as well as Australia's longest cantilever bridge is formally opened. In 1946, George W. Bush, American businessman and politician, 43rd President of the United States was born. In 1946, Sylvester Stallone, American actor, director, and screenwriter was born. In 1957, Phil Mallow, American politician was born. In 1962, William Faulkner, American novelist and short story writer, Nobel Prize laureate (born 1897) passed away. In 1982, Brandon Jacobs, American football player was born. In 2000, Zion Williamson, American basketball player was born. In 2009, Robert McNamara, American businessman and politician, 8th United States Secretary of Defense (born 1916) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.