Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1488, Joseon Dynasty official Choe Bu returned to Korea after months of shipwrecked travel in China. In 1584, Steven Borough, English navigator and explorer (born 1525) passed away. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1691, Marquis de St Ruth, French general passed away. In 1693, John Ashby, English admiral (born 1640) passed away. In 1801, British ships inflict heavy damage on Spanish and French ships in the Second Battle of Algeciras. In 1870, John A. Dahlgren, American admiral (born 1809) passed away. In 1925, Roger Smith, American businessman (died 2007) was born. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.