Today in News History

On July 9, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1776, George Washington orders the Declaration of Independence to be read out to members of the Continental Army in Manhattan, while thousands of British troops on Staten Island prepare for the Battle of Long Island. In 1927, Red Kelly, Canadian ice hockey player, coach, and politician (died 2019) was born. In 1944, John Cunniff, American ice hockey player and coach (died 2002) was born. In 1967, Mark Stoops, American football player and coach was born. In 1970, Trent Green, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1975, Craig Quinnell, Welsh rugby player was born. In 1984, Chris Campoli, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 2003, Conor Bradley, Northern Irish footballer was born. In 2005, Alex Shibicky, Canadian ice hockey player (born 1914) passed away. In 2008, Séamus Brennan, Irish accountant and politician, Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (born 1948) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.