Today in News History

On July 8, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1689, Edward Wooster, English-American settler (born 1622) passed away. In 1758, French forces hold Fort Carillon against the British at Ticonderoga, New York. In 1776, Church bells (possibly including the Liberty Bell) are rung after John Nixon delivers the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence of the United States. In 1864, Ikedaya Incident: The Choshu Han shishi's planned Shinsengumi sabotage on Kyoto, Japan at Ikedaya. In 1874, The Mounties begin their March West. In 1887, Ben Holladay, American businessman (born 1819) passed away. In 1947, Reports are broadcast that a UFO crash-landed in Roswell, New Mexico in what became known as the Roswell UFO incident. In 1968, The Chrysler wildcat strike begins in Detroit, Michigan. In 1988, Ray Barbuti, American runner and football player (born 1905) passed away. In 2002, Ward Kimball, American animator and trombonist (born 1914) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.