Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1817, Henry David Thoreau, American essayist, poet, and philosopher (died 1862) was born. In 1862, The Medal of Honor is authorized by the United States Congress. In 1870, John A. Dahlgren, American admiral (born 1809) passed away. In 1939, Bill Cooper, American football player was born. In 1975, São Tomé and Príncipe declare independence from Portugal. In 1978, Topher Grace, American actor was born. In 1980, John Warren Davis, American educator, college administrator, and civil rights leader (born 1888) passed away. In 1997, Malala Yousafzai, Pakistani-English activist, Nobel Prize laureate was born. In 2012, Roger Payne, English mountaineer (born 1956) passed away. In 2024, Bill Viola, American video and installation artist (born 1951) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Are you proud to be an American? Their answers will shock you.
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Americans should take pride in their country. See how we are celebrating America’s 250th birthday at the link in bio.
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Townhall
· Jul 4, 2026
I'm Proud to Be an American
I'm Proud to Be an American
Intellectual Takeout
· Jul 2, 2026
It Took Outsiders to Remind Us What America Is
I’m proud to be an American. I write those words because, somewhere along the way, to be a proud American felt more like a confession than a point of pride. In recent years, many Americans have been made to feel ashamed for being, well, American. As we mark 250 years of independence this July, it’s time to
DNyuz
· Jul 3, 2026
I Am French Now
This week, I am French. I’m as French as a deposed dauphine, as French as a film plot of perfumed deceit. During the World Cup, there is just no profit in being American. Yes, I’m shamelessly bandwagoning, and deserting my nation on its 250th birthday. But my sentiments are with the country that will win []
Washingtonian
· Jun 23, 2026
Is This the Right Time to Be Celebrating America?
A-meh-rica at 250 My best friend was born on the Fourth of July. In recent years—some difficult years for the country—that has given me a level of plausible deniability. I still go to the beach and watch fireworks and down hot dogs like a sword swallower. But I’m not really celebrating America. I’m just celebrating [] The post Is This the Right Time to Be Celebrating America? first appeared on Washingtonian.
Drudge Report
· Jul 3, 2026
SHOCK POLL: AMERICANS DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT THEY'RE CELEBRATING
SHOCK POLL: AMERICANS DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT THEY'RE CELEBRATING (Main headline, 1st story, link)
Vision Times
· Jun 22, 2026
America The Faithful – 250 Years of ‘One Nation, Under God’
On the occasion of our national holidays, we are often called to remember what America stands for, and to honor those who made great sacrifices for the liberties that we enjoy today. As this year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we will celebrate our independence, remember our founding []
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Related coverage for "Are you proud to be an American? Their answers will shock you.": Townhall — I'm Proud to Be an American. Intellectual Takeout — It Took Outsiders to Remind Us What America Is. DNyuz — I Am French Now. Washingtonian — Is This the Right Time to Be Celebrating America?. Drudge Report — SHOCK POLL: AMERICANS DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT THEY'RE CELEBRATING. Vision Times — America The Faithful – 250 Years of ‘One Nation, Under God’