Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1593, Battle of Sisak: Allied Christian troops defeat the Ottomans. In 1793, Haitian Revolution: The Battle of Cap-Français ends with French Republican troops and black slave insurgents capturing the city. In 1812, France declares war on Russia, starting Napoleon's invasion. In 1939, Don Matthews, American-Canadian football player and coach (died 2017) was born. In 1940, World War II: France is forced to sign the Second Compiègne armistice with Germany, in the same railroad car in which the Germans signed the Armistice in 1918. In 1956, Alfons De Wolf, Belgian cyclist was born. In 1956, Markus Schatte, German footballer, manager, and coach 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. In 1989, Cédric Mongongu, Congolese footballer was born. In 1994, Sebastien Haller, French footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.