Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. 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 1936, Frank Ryan, American football player and mathematician (died 2024) was born. In 1973, A fire destroys the entire sixth floor of the National Personnel Records Center of the United States. 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, Kenneth J. Gray, American soldier and politician (born 1924) passed away. In 2024, Evan Wright, American writer (born 1964) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.