Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1857, George E. Ohr, American potter (died 1918) was born. In 1917, Andrew Wyeth, American artist (died 2009) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1936, Frank Ryan, American football player and mathematician (died 2024) was born. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 1996, John Chancellor, American journalist (born 1927) passed away. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2012, Syrian Civil War: Government forces target the homes of rebels and activists in Tremseh and kill anywhere between 68 and 150 people. In 2014, Alfred de Grazia, American political scientist and author (born 1919) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
20 conflicts that shaped the modern world — and that most Americans missed
From the Taiping Rebellion with more casualties than World War I to the Thirty Years' War that remade Europe, these conflicts shaped the world in ways that the American curriculum never covers
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The Independent
· Jun 21, 2026
Three-quarters of Americans say they want Iran war to end and it was not worth the cost
Nearly six in ten Americans say the war caused more problems for U.S. than it solved
Jewish News Syndicate
· Jul 10, 2026
Iran’s vastly understated nuclear potential
What should have been the most important war the United States has fought since World War II has descended into chaos.
Liberty Nation
· Jul 5, 2026
America 250: How America Became a Global Leader
From 13 colonies to a super power.
Drudge Report
· Jul 5, 2026
PATRIOTISM AND PARTISANSHIP
PATRIOTISM AND PARTISANSHIP (Main headline, 2nd story, link) Related stories:STRANGEST SHOW ON EARTHDIVIDED AMERICA MARKS 250
Washington Examiner
· Jul 7, 2026
Foreign militaries celebrate America, underlining importance of alliances
Even when it comes to the closest allies, America’s alliances are imperfect. Still, the engagement of so many foreign militaries in ceremonies to mark America’s 250th anniversary underlines how America still has many friends and is stronger for them. The list of participants in this year’s celebrations is a long one. We’ve seen America’s respective []
Free Press
· Jul 5, 2026
On July 4th, remember the lives touched by America's action abroad
As we celebrate July 4th and America’s 250th, let’s hold space for the lives around the world who have been touched by America’s military actions abroad. Such as in Palestine, Iran, Syria, Venezuela, and Lebanon to mention few.Commemoration is not only about honoring our own story — it’s about recognizing our shared humanity and remembering those who have suffered, struggled, or been displaced.Mahmoud El-Yousseph, Ret. USAF veteran, Westerville, Ohio
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Related coverage for "20 conflicts that shaped the modern world — and that most Americans missed": The Independent — Three-quarters of Americans say they want Iran war to end and it was not worth the cost. Jewish News Syndicate — Iran’s vastly understated nuclear potential. Liberty Nation — America 250: How America Became a Global Leader. Drudge Report — PATRIOTISM AND PARTISANSHIP. Washington Examiner — Foreign militaries celebrate America, underlining importance of alliances. Free Press — On July 4th, remember the lives touched by America's action abroad