Today in News History

On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1821, E. G. Squier, American archaeologist and journalist (died 1888) was born. In 1863, American Civil War: Battle of Aldie in the Gettysburg Campaign. In 1914, John Hersey, American journalist and author (died 1993) was born. In 1919, William Kaye Estes, American psychologist and academic (died 2011) was born. In 1932, John Murtha, American colonel and politician (died 2010) was born. In 1943, Newt Gingrich, American historian and politician, 58th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives was born. In 1945, Art Bell, American broadcaster and author (died 2018) was born. In 1958, Jon Leibowitz, American lawyer and politician was born. In 1959, Carol Anderson, American author and historian was born. In 1972, Watergate scandal: Five White House operatives are arrested for burgling the offices of the Democratic National Committee during an attempt by members of the administration of President Richard M. Nixon to illegally wiretap the political opposition as part of a broader campaign to subvert the democratic process. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.