Today in News History

On June 29, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1819, Thomas Dunn English, American poet, playwright, and politician (died 1902) was born. In 1849, John Hunn, American businessman and politician, 51st Governor of Delaware (died 1926) was born. In 1852, Henry Clay, American lawyer and politician, 9th United States Secretary of State (born 1777) passed away. In 1924, Philip H. Hoff, American politician (died 2018) was born. In 1956, Nick Fry, English economist and businessman was born. In 1956, The Federal Aid Highway Act of 1956 is signed by U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower, officially creating the United States Interstate Highway System. In 1995, The Sampoong Department Store collapses in the Seocho District of Seoul, South Korea, killing 502 and injuring 937. In 2006, Sam Lavagnino, American child voice actor was born. In 2007, Apple Inc. releases its first mobile phone, the iPhone. In 2012, A derecho sweeps across the eastern United States, leaving at least 22 people dead and millions without power. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.