Today in News History
On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 710, Emperor Zhongzong of Tang (born 656) passed away. In 1035, William the Conqueror becomes the Duke of Normandy, reigning until 1087. In 1767, Pitcairn Island is discovered by Midshipman Robert Pitcairn on an expeditionary voyage commanded by Philip Carteret. In 1886, Karl Benz officially unveils the Benz Patent-Motorwagen, the first purpose-built automobile. In 1940, World War II: The Royal Navy attacks the French naval squadron in Algeria, to ensure that it will not fall under German control. Of the four French battleships present, one is sunk, two are damaged, and one escapes back to France. In 1949, Bo Xilai, Chinese politician, Chinese Minister of Commerce was born. In 1952, The SS United States sets sail on her maiden voyage to Southampton. During the voyage, the ship takes the Blue Riband away from the RMS Queen Mary. In 1978, Mizuki Noguchi, Japanese runner was born. In 1988, United States Navy warship USS Vincennes shoots down Iran Air Flight 655 over the Persian Gulf, killing all 290 people aboard. In 1988, The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge in Istanbul, Turkey is completed, providing the second connection between the continents of Europe and Asia over the Bosphorus. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Will China’s Fujian be first carrier to carry anti-torpedo system to beat Western subs?
China’s Fujian aircraft carrier is likely to be the world’s first carrier equipped with an anti-torpedo torpedo (ATT) system, which would represent a world-leading hard-kill capability, a Chinese military magazine claims. Commissioned in November, the Fujian is the third carrier – and the first entirely designed in China – for the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy. One of its distinguishing features is a six-tube 324mm lightweight torpedo launcher in place of the 12-tube depth charge launchers...
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