Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. 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 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. 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 1986, Hannaliis Jaadla, Estonian footballer was born. In 1986, JP Pietersen, South African rugby player was born. In 1993, Dan Eldon, English photographer and journalist (born 1970) passed away. In 2020, Wim Suurbier, Dutch football player (born 1945) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.