Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1911, George V and Mary of Teck are crowned King and Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. In 1919, Gower Champion, American dancer and choreographer (died 1980) was born. In 1922, British Army Field Marshal Sir Henry Wilson is killed by the Irish Republican Army helping to spark the Irish Civil War. In 1959, Michael Kinane, Irish jockey was born. In 1959, Daniel Xuereb, French footballer was born. In 1971, Gary Connolly, English rugby player was born. In 1978, Champ Bailey, American football player was born. In 1981, Sione Lauaki, New Zealand rugby player (died 2017) was born. In 1982, Andoni Iraola, Spanish footballer was born. In 1986, The famous Hand of God goal, scored by Diego Maradona in the quarter-finals of the 1986 FIFA World Cup match between Argentina and England, ignites controversy. This was later followed by the Goal of the Century. Argentina wins 2-1 and later goes on to win the World Cup. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.