Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 911, Signing of the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte between Charles the Simple and Rollo of Normandy. In 1302, Battle of the Golden Spurs (Guldensporenslag in Dutch): A coalition around the Flemish cities defeats the king of France's royal army. In 1723, Jean-François Marmontel, French historian and author (died 1799) was born. In 1912, Sergiu Celibidache, Romanian conductor and composer (died 1996) was born. In 1931, Tullio Regge, Italian physicist and academic (died 2014) was born. In 1940, World War II: Vichy France regime is formally established. Philippe Pétain becomes Chief of the French State. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1988, Étienne Capoue, French footballer was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2021, Renée Simonot, French actress (born 1911) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.