Today in News History

On June 21, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1798, Irish Rebellion of 1798: The British Army defeats Irish rebels at the Battle of Vinegar Hill. In 1825, William Stubbs, English bishop and historian (died 1901) was born. In 1912, Mary McCarthy, American novelist and critic (died 1989) was born. In 1916, Buddy O'Connor, Canadian ice hockey player (died 1977) was born. In 1919, Gérard Pelletier, Canadian journalist and politician (died 1997) was born. In 1921, The Irish village of Knockcroghery was burned by British forces. In 1930, Mike McCormack, American football player and coach (died 2013) was born. In 1946, Kate Hoey, Northern Irish-British academic and politician, Minister for Sport and the Olympics was born. In 1946, Malcolm Rifkind, Scottish lawyer and politician, Secretary of State for Scotland was born. In 1951, Jim Douglas, American academic and politician, 80th Governor of Vermont was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.