In History, Today on June 28

The military in Sierra Leone enacts a nationwide curfew following deadly protests fueled by citizens' economic grievances.

NATO formally invites Finland and Sweden to join the alliance after Turkey agrees to lift its veto on their membership applications.

Heatwave in Western Canada and the Northwestern United States sees record-breaking temperatures, with Lytton, British Columbia, reaching 47.9 °C (118.2 °F), the highest temperature ever recorded in Canada.

The G20 Summit took place in Osaka, Japan, bringing together world leaders to discuss global issues including trade tensions, climate change, and geopolitical conflicts.

A mass shooting took place at the Capital Gazette newspaper offices in Annapolis, Maryland, resulting in the deaths of five employees. The attack was one of the deadliest against journalists in U.S. history.

Saudi Arabian King Salman appointed his son Mohammed bin Salman as Crown Prince, replacing Mohammed bin Nayef in a significant shift within the monarchy's leadership.

A terrorist attack occurred at Istanbul Atatürk Airport, resulting in 45 deaths and over 230 injuries. The attack was attributed to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).

The Supreme Court of the United States upheld the Affordable Care Act as constitutional in the landmark decision for National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebelius.

NASA's space shuttle Atlantis was moved to launch pad 39A as a part of preparations for its final mission, STS-135.

The International Criminal Court issued a second arrest warrant for Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir, adding genocide to the charges against him.

A military coup in Honduras ousted President Manuel Zelaya, leading to international condemnation and a political crisis.

The bald eagle was removed from the U.S. list of endangered and threatened species, marking a significant recovery of the species.

The United States Supreme Court ruled in the case of McCreary County v. American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky that the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools and courthouses violated the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment.

The United States formally transferred sovereignty to the Iraqi interim government, marking the end of the Coalition Provisional Authority's administration in Iraq.

In a shift towards peace and unity, the Constitution of Estonia was adopted by a national referendum, reinstating the 1938 constitution with changes and marking a significant step in regaining full independence following the end of Soviet control.

The United States Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act, which included the Endangered Species Act, aiming to protect critically endangered species from extinction due to economic growth and development.

The Stonewall riots began in New York City, marking a pivotal event in the LGBTQ+ rights movement in the United States.

The first commercial satellite, Intelsat I, also known as Early Bird, completed its first live television broadcast, transmitting across the Atlantic Ocean.

The Poznań 1956 protests began, marking the first of several massive public protests against the communist government of the Polish People's Republic. Approximately 100,000 people gathered to express discontent over poor working conditions, wage cuts, and food shortages.

North Korean forces captured Seoul, the capital of South Korea, during the early stages of the Korean War. This conflict was a significant event in the Cold War, involving major powers such as the United States, China, and the Soviet Union.

Romania ceded Bessarabia and northern Bukovina to the Soviet Union following an ultimatum, impacting the territorial configuration of Eastern Europe.

Mercedes-Benz was formed with the merger of Karl Benz's and Gottlieb Daimler's companies. This merger created one of the most renowned automobile manufacturers in the world.

The Irish Civil War began, a conflict between supporters of the Anglo-Irish Treaty and its opponents, which lasted until 1923.

The Chinese Communist Party was founded in Shanghai, marking the beginning of a significant political movement that would eventually lead to the establishment of the People's Republic of China in 1949.

The Treaty of Versailles was signed, officially ending World War I and imposing heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany.

Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife Sophie were assassinated in Sarajevo, an event that precipitated the outbreak of World War I.

John T. Scopes, a Tennessee high school teacher, is indicted for teaching Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, leading to the famous Scopes Monkey Trial.

Labor Day becomes an official holiday in the United States after being declared a federal holiday by President Grover Cleveland.

The Anglo-French designed steamer 'SS Sardinia' catches fire and burns in the Mediterranean Sea near Malta, resulting in significant loss of life.

The Army of the Potomac, under the command of Major General George G. Meade, is disbanded following the conclusion of the American Civil War.

The first conformation dog show is held in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. This event laid the groundwork for the development of organized dog shows and pedigree standards worldwide.

Queen Victoria was crowned at Westminster Abbey in London, beginning her reign as the monarch of the United Kingdom, which would last until 1901.

The Battle of Monmouth is fought near Monmouth Court House, where the Continental Army, led by George Washington, clashes with British forces under Sir Henry Clinton during their retreat from Philadelphia to New York.

The Battle of Sullivan's Island takes place, a pivotal American Revolutionary War engagement that sees Colonel William Moultrie's patriot forces repel a British naval attack near Charleston, South Carolina.

The Battle of Beresteczko begins, marking a significant conflict during the Khmelnytsky Uprising, fought between Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth forces and the alliance of Cossacks and Crimean Tatars.

Beatrice Cenci, a young Roman noblewoman later known for her involvement in a notorious murder trial, was born.

Charles V was elected Holy Roman Emperor, marking the beginning of his reign over a vast empire that included territories in Europe and the Americas.

Henry VIII of England was born.

The Battle of Kosovo took place between the Serbian army led by Prince Lazar and the Ottoman Empire led by Sultan Murad I. This battle was significant in the history of the Balkans and marked the beginning of Ottoman dominance in the region.

Pope Paul I dies. His papacy was marked by his efforts to maintain the independence of the Papal States and his support for the veneration of icons during the period of Byzantine Iconoclasm.

Alboin, King of the Lombards, was assassinated. His death led to a period of instability and power struggles within the Lombard Kingdom in Italy.

Theodora, the influential Byzantine Empress and wife of Emperor Justinian I, passed away. She was known for her significant role in the politics of the Byzantine Empire and her efforts in advancing women's rights.