Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1943, World War II: Allied invasion of Sicily: German and Italian troops launch a counter-attack on Allied forces in Sicily. In 1947, Bo Lundgren, Swedish politician was born. In 1974, Hermann Hreiðarsson, Icelandic footballer and manager was born. In 1974, Pär Lagerkvist, Swedish novelist, playwright, and poet Nobel Prize laureate (born 1891) passed away. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1983, Marie Serneholt, Swedish singer and dancer was born. In 1990, Caroline Wozniacki, Danish tennis player was born. In 1994, Bartłomiej Kalinkowski, Polish footballer was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.