Today in News History

On July 11, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 154, Bardaisan, Syrian astrologer, scholar, and philosopher (died 222) was born. In 1174, Amalric I of Jerusalem (born 1136) passed away. In 1382, Nicole Oresme, French philosopher (born 1325) passed away. 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 1832, Charilaos Trikoupis, Greek lawyer and politician, 55th Prime Minister of Greece (died 1896) was born. In 1844, Yevgeny Baratynsky, Russian philosopher and poet (born 1800) passed away. In 1930, Ezra Vogel, American sociologist (died 2020) was born. In 1934, Clark R. Rasmussen, American politician (died 2024) was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 1998, Panagiotis Kondylis, Greek philosopher and author (born 1943) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.