FRIDAY, June 19, 2026 (opens original article in a new tab)

Historical events from various years including battles, legislative acts, and significant historical moments.

• The Earl of Pembroke's army defeats Robert the Bruce's Scottish army at the Battle of Methven.
• Robert Peel introduces the Metropolitan Police Act 1829 to establish London's first modern police force.
• Slavery is outlawed in U.S. territories.
• Union General Gordon Granger declares slaves free in Texas, leading to Juneteenth celebrations.
• U.S. naval forces defeat the Japanese fleet in the Battle of the Philippine Sea.
• Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar surrenders to police.