Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1335, Pope Benedict XII issues the papal bull Fulgens sicut stella matutina to reform the Cistercian Order. In 1562, Fray Diego de Landa, acting Bishop of Yucatán, burns the sacred idols and books of the Maya. In 1682, Jean Picard, French priest and astronomer (born 1620) passed away. In 1691, Marquis de St Ruth, French general passed away. In 1790, The Civil Constitution of the Clergy is passed in France by the National Constituent Assembly. In 1803, Peter Chanel, French priest and saint (died 1841) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1924, Michel d'Ornano, French politician (died 1991) was born. In 1969, Chantal Jouanno, French politician, French Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports was born. In 1997, François Furet, French historian and author (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.