Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1845, Henrik Wergeland, Norwegian linguist, poet, and playwright (born 1808) passed away. In 1850, Otto Schoetensack, German anthropologist and academic (died 1912) was born. In 1872, Emil Hácha, Czech lawyer and politician, 3rd President of Czechoslovakia (died 1945) was born. In 1881, Natalia Goncharova, Russian theatrical costume and set designer, painter and illustrator (died 1962) was born. In 1909, Fritz Leonhardt, German engineer, designed Fernsehturm Stuttgart (died 1999) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1934, Van Cliburn, American pianist and composer (died 2013) was born. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 1961, Heikko Glöde, German footballer and manager was born. In 1996, John Chancellor, American journalist (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.