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 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 1940, World War II: Vichy France regime is formally established. Philippe Pétain becomes Chief of the French State. In 1960, France legislates for the independence of Dahomey (later Benin), Upper Volta (later Burkina Faso) and Niger. In 1983, Engin Baytar, German-Turkish footballer was born. In 1986, Raúl García, Spanish footballer was born. In 1988, Étienne Capoue, French footballer was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2015, Giacomo Biffi, Italian cardinal (born 1928) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.