Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1632, James Whitelocke, English judge and politician, Chief Justice of Chester (born 1570) passed away. In 1813, War of 1812: After learning of American plans for a surprise attack on Beaver Dams in Ontario, Laura Secord sets out on a thirty kilometres (19 mi) journey on foot to warn Lieutenant James FitzGibbon. In 1839, Cherokee leaders Major Ridge, John Ridge, and Elias Boudinot are assassinated for signing the Treaty of New Echota, which had resulted in the Trail of Tears. In 1896, Leonard W. Murray, Canadian admiral (died 1971) was born. In 1944, World War II: Opening day of the Soviet Union's Operation Bagration against the Army Group Centre. In 1946, Sheila Hollins, Baroness Hollins, English psychiatrist and academic was born. In 1950, Greg Oliphant, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1966, Thaddeus Shideler, American hurdler (born 1883) passed away. In 1978, Dan Wheldon, English racing driver (died 2011) was born. In 2000, Wuhan Airlines Flight 343 is struck by lightning and crashes into Wuhan's Hanyang District, killing 49 people. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.