Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 154, Bardaisan, Syrian astrologer, scholar, and philosopher (died 222) was born. In 911, Signing of the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte between Charles the Simple and Rollo of Normandy. In 937, Rudolph II of Burgundy (born 880) passed away. In 1723, Jean-François Marmontel, French historian and author (died 1799) was born. In 1801, French astronomer Jean-Louis Pons makes his first comet discovery. In the next 27 years he discovers another 36 comets, more than any other person in history. In 1923, Richard Pipes, Polish-American historian and academic (died 2018) was born. In 1934, Clark R. Rasmussen, American politician (died 2024) was born. In 1967, Guy Favreau, Canadian lawyer, judge, and politician, 28th Canadian Minister of Justice (born 1917) passed away. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2021, Renée Simonot, French actress (born 1911) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.