Today in News History

On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1946, Fabio Capello, Italian footballer and manager was born. In 1948, Britain, France and the United States announce that on June 21, the Deutsche Mark will be introduced in western Germany and West Berlin. Over the next six days, Communists increasingly restrict access to Berlin. In 1971, Jason McAteer, English-Irish footballer and manager was born. In 1973, Gavin Wanganeen, Australian footballer and coach was born. In 1973, Matt Parsons, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1982, Italian banker Roberto Calvi's body is discovered hanging beneath Blackfriars Bridge in London, England. In 1982, Marco Borriello, Italian footballer was born. In 1986, Richard Madden, Scottish actor was born. In 1987, Omar Arellano, Mexican footballer was born. In 2013, Alastair Donaldson, Scottish bass player (born 1955) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.