Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1174, Amalric I of Jerusalem (born 1136) passed away. In 1302, Robert II, Count of Artois (born 1250) passed away. In 1405, Ming admiral Zheng He sets sail to explore the world for the first time. In 1616, Samuel de Champlain returns to Quebec. In 1760, Peggy Shippen, American wife of Benedict Arnold and American Revolutionary War spy (died 1804) was born. In 1767, John Quincy Adams, American lawyer and politician, 6th President of the United States (died 1848) was born. In 1801, French astronomer Jean-Louis Pons makes his first comet discovery. In the next 27 years he discovers another 36 comets, more than any other person in history. In 1934, Clark R. Rasmussen, American politician (died 2024) was born. In 1951, Ed Ott, American baseball player and coach (died 2024) was born. In 1971, The nationalization of all large copper mines in Chile is completed. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
250 Years: Before America Knew My Name
When America celebrates its 250th anniversary, I will celebrate with mixed emotions. Like millions of Americans, I am grateful to live in a country that has endured for two and a half centuries. I have benefited from opportunities that my ancestors could never have imagined. I have reported from the White House as a journalist. [] The post 250 Years: Before America Knew My Name appeared first on The Black Wall Street Times.
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RedState
· Jun 29, 2026
Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776
Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776
Slate Magazine
· Jun 22, 2026
America Before 250
America didn’t start with the Declaration of Independence.
Washington Examiner
· Jul 1, 2026
The English rebel who shaped America long before 1776
Two anniversaries are colliding this year. One will dominate headlines, but the other will go unnoticed. They are separated by 250 years, an ocean, and one extraordinary Englishman. As America is preparing to turn 250, I’ve just returned from London, where another milestone quietly reaches its own anniversary: It’s 500 years since a man named []
DNyuz
· Jul 4, 2026
America’s Greatest Strength
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, many of us seem to have forgotten a primary reason for America’s great success. In 250 years, our country became the world’s political, economic, and technological leader and the preeminent military, democratic, and moral force. This collective amnesia comes at a time of rising global competition, burgeoning []
Wonkette
· Jul 4, 2026
AND ON MY DEATHBED I SHALL CALL OUT 'AMERICA'!
'Happy' 250th, from your Wonkette!
Sputnik
· Jun 23, 2026
Deep Political Divisions and Economic Imbalances Drive Historic Reverse Migration from US
As the US approaches its 250th birthday, its nation of immigrants label may need to be re-examined. Research shows that in 2025, the US experienced a net migration outflow of approximately 150,000 people - the first reverse migration wave since the Great Depression of the 1930s - and this trend is expected to intensify further in 2026 and 2027.
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Related coverage for "250 Years: Before America Knew My Name": RedState — Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776. Slate Magazine — America Before 250. Washington Examiner — The English rebel who shaped America long before 1776. DNyuz — America’s Greatest Strength. Wonkette — AND ON MY DEATHBED I SHALL CALL OUT 'AMERICA'!. Sputnik — Deep Political Divisions and Economic Imbalances Drive Historic Reverse Migration from US