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 1930, Gordon Pinsent, Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (died 2023) 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 1962, Julio César Chávez, Mexican boxer was born. In 1971, Yvon Robert, Canadian wrestler (born 1914) passed away. In 1977, Brock Lesnar, American mixed martial artist and wrestler was born. In 1985, Paulo Vitor Barreto, Brazilian footballer was born. In 1996, Jordan Romero, American mountaineer was born. 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 2013, Six people are killed and 200 injured in a French passenger train derailment in Brétigny-sur-Orge. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.