Today in News History

On June 23, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1314, First War of Scottish Independence: The Battle of Bannockburn (south of Stirling) begins. In 1780, American Revolution: Battle of Springfield fought in and around Springfield, New Jersey (including Short Hills, formerly of Springfield, now of Millburn Township). In 1812, War of 1812: Great Britain revokes the restrictions on American commerce, thus eliminating one of the chief reasons for going to war. In 1860, The United States Congress establishes the Government Printing Office. In 1913, William P. Rogers, American commander, lawyer, and politician, 55th United States Secretary of State (died 2001) was born. In 1914, Mexican Revolution: Pancho Villa takes Zacatecas from Victoriano Huerta. In 1935, Maurice Ferré, Puerto Rican-American politician, 32nd Mayor of Miami (died 2019) was born. In 2013, Militants storm a high-altitude mountaineering base camp near Nanga Parbat in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, killing ten climbers and a local guide. In 2016, The United Kingdom votes in a referendum to leave the European Union, by 52% to 48%. In 2017, A series of terrorist attacks take place in Pakistan, resulting in 96 deaths and wounding 200 others. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.