Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 927, King Constantine II of Scotland, King Hywel Dda of Deheubarth, Ealdred of Bamburgh and King Owain of the Cumbrians accepted the overlordship of King Æthelstan of England, leading to seven years of peace in the north. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1845, Henrik Wergeland, Norwegian linguist, poet, and playwright (born 1808) passed away. In 1938, Wieger Mensonides, Dutch swimmer was born. In 1947, Gareth Edwards, Welsh rugby player and sportscaster was born. In 1979, The island nation of Kiribati becomes independent from the United Kingdom. In 1984, Jonathan Lewis, American football player was born. In 1984, Michael McGovern, Northern Irish footballer was born. In 1984, Gareth Gates, English singer-songwriter was born. In 1993, Dan Eldon, English photographer and journalist (born 1970) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.