Today in News History

On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1348, Pope Clement VI issues a papal bull protecting the Jews accused of having caused the Black Death. In 1914, Georges Legagneux, French aviator (born 1882) passed away. In 1916, Odilon Redon, French painter and illustrator (born 1840) passed away. In 1936, A major breach of the Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal in England sends millions of gallons of water cascading 200 feet (61 m) into the River Irwell. In 1939, Gérard Bourgoin, French sports executive, president of AJ Auxerre (2011-2013) and (Ligue de Football Professionnel) (died 2025) was born. In 1939, Anti-Jewish legislation in prewar Nazi Germany closes the last remaining Jewish enterprises. In 1941, Reinhard Roder, German footballer and manager was born. In 1974, Zé Roberto, Brazilian footballer was born. In 1981, Roman Shirokov, Russian footballer was born. In 1988, Kevin Fickentscher, Swiss footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.