Today in world history features some of most notable dates
of events to have occurred around the world.
A 'Today in
Basildon's History' featuring an assortment of historical dates and trivia relating to Basildon, Laindon, Langdon Hills, Dunton,
Vange, Pitsea and Nevendon can be found on the above link.
Basildon - This Day in History
The date today is Friday, June 19, 2026
1992Amy Fisher shoots Mary Jo Buttafuoco in Massapequa Long Island New York
199227th Amendment ratified, prohibits Congress from raising its salary
1989Dow Jones average passes 2,500 mark for first time, closes at 2,501.1
1986Anti-apartheid activist Hélène Pastoors sentenced to 10 years in South Africa
1983Weird Al Yankovic gives live performance at Wax Museum in Washington DC
