Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1927, Harley Hotchkiss, Canadian businessman (died 2011) was born. In 1937, Robert McFarlane, American colonel and diplomat, 13th United States National Security Advisor (died 2022) was born. In 1938, Eiko Ishioka, Japanese art director and graphic designer (died 2012) was born. In 1944, Delia Ephron, American author, playwright, and screenwriter was born. In 1952, Philip Taylor Kramer, American bass player (died 1995) was born. In 1973, A fire destroys the entire sixth floor of the National Personnel Records Center of the United States. In 1997, François Furet, French historian and author (born 1927) passed away. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2010, Harvey Pekar, American author and critic (born 1939) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.