Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 911, Signing of the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte between Charles the Simple and Rollo of Normandy. In 1723, Jean-François Marmontel, French historian and author (died 1799) was born. In 1893, A revolution led by the liberal general and politician José Santos Zelaya takes over state power in Nicaragua. In 1904, Niño Ricardo, Spanish guitarist and composer (died 1972) was born. In 1958, Hugo Sánchez, Mexican footballer, coach, and manager was born. In 1971, The nationalization of all large copper mines in Chile is completed. In 1971, Pedro Rodríguez, Mexican racing driver (born 1940) passed away. In 1981, Susana Barreiros, Venezuelan judge was born. In 1990, Mona Barthel, German tennis player was born. In 2000, Pedro Mir, Dominican lawyer, author, and poet (born 1913) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.