Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1813, War of 1812: After learning of American plans for a surprise attack on Beaver Dams in Ontario, Laura Secord sets out on a thirty kilometres (19 mi) journey on foot to warn Lieutenant James FitzGibbon. In 1899, Richard Gurley Drew, American engineer, invented Masking tape (died 1980) was born. In 1907, The London Underground's Charing Cross, Euston and Hampstead Railway opens. In 1911, Mexican Revolution: Government forces bring an end to the Magonista rebellion of 1911 in the Second Battle of Tijuana. In 1932, June Salter, Australian actress (died 2001) was born. In 1950, Greg Oliphant, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1969, The Cuyahoga River catches fire in Cleveland, Ohio, drawing national attention to water pollution, and spurring the passing of the Clean Water Act and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency. In 1989, Cédric Mongongu, Congolese footballer was born. In 1990, Cold War: Checkpoint Charlie is dismantled in Berlin. In 2022, An earthquake occurs in eastern Afghanistan resulting in over 1,000 deaths. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.