MAY 29, 1940

Full News Archive

• Headline: RAF Bombing Campaign in Germany. Impact: That little bombing spree? It not only took out a few Nazis but also inspired future generations of filmmakers to depict aerial dogfights with an excessive amount of explosions and dramatic music. Thanks, R.A.F.!. Fact: If only the Nazis had known that their plane designs would one day become fashion inspirations for hipsters in Berlin..
• Headline: Youth Mobilized for Democratic Defense. Impact: This call to arms led to youth movements that eventually inspired punk rock and protest songs. Who knew that fighting for democracy could have such a killer soundtrack?. Fact: The youth of today are still being urged to fight for democracy—mostly by liking posts on social media, of course..
• Headline: NYU Honors Puerto Rican Senior J Martinez. Impact: This outstanding student’s accomplishments paved the way for future scholarship programs, allowing students to chase their dreams, or at least their debt, with style.. Fact: J. Martinez's victory means that at least one Puerto Rican student out of thousands was recognized. The rest were busy trying not to drown in student loans..
• Headline: The International Situation; On the Battle Fronts. Impact: The Italian press’s comments on the war? They probably sparked a trend of overly dramatic reporting that continues today, where every event is treated like a season finale.. Fact: In an ironic twist, the Italian press would later become experts in cooking shows. Because who doesn't love a good distraction from war?.
• Headline: ALLIES TAKE TO AIR; Planes Are Cooperating in Meeting Strong Nazi Attacks in Flanders SOMME LINE FORMED Main Body of the French Army Takes Initiative-- Drive Is 'Progressing'. Impact: This cooperative air effort might have led to the creation of air force reunions—where veterans swap stories about dodging bullets and drinking cheap beer.. Fact: The Somme line was not only a military strategy but also a great excuse for the French to complain about the weather while fighting..
• Headline: 592 U.S. CITIZENS HOME FROM EUROPE; BACK IN NEW YORK AFTER VOYAGE FROM WAR-ROCKED EUROPE. Impact: These 592 citizens returning from Europe could have inadvertently created a surge in American travel, inspiring future generations to complain about long flights and lost luggage.. Fact: These folks probably had the most epic stories to tell at parties, only to find out nobody wanted to hear them because they were too busy scrolling through their phones..
• Headline: ASK ALLIES' NEEDS, WILLKIE SUGGESTS; He Tells Akron Legion He Wants Hull to Find Out and Tell Public What is Required BARS SENDING OUR TROOPS Every Other Aid Should Be Given to 'Our First Line of Defense,' He Says. Impact: Willkie's suggestion to check on the Allies’ needs might have prompted future politicians to actually listen to their constituents—oh wait, that was just wishful thinking!. Fact: The only thing that’s changed is that now we ask about needs via Twitter, which is much less effective than a good old-fashioned town hall..
• Headline: PRESBYTERIANS ASK RECALL OF TAYLOR; Rochester Assembly Asserts He Has 'Unconstitutional Relations' With Vatican ALLOWS WAR OBJECTION Sanction Is Voted Four Days After Disapproval--Stand Against Invaders Loses. Impact: The recall of Taylor might have sparked the idea of accountability in church leadership, leading to a long history of church scandals. Who knew religion could be so riveting?. Fact: The Presbyterians' stance against war objections only solidified their reputation as the original 'no fun' police..
• Headline: Hines Appeal Hearing Set. Impact: The hearing on laundry wages set the stage for the modern gig economy, where every job is a side hustle and every worker is a laundry detergent infomercial waiting to happen.. Fact: Laundry wages? A hot topic since the beginning of time—because nothing brings people together like complaining about how much they earn while getting their clothes clean..
• Headline: Hearing on Laundry Wages.