Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1804, A duel occurs in which the Vice President of the United States Aaron Burr mortally wounds former Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton. In 1864, American Civil War: Battle of Fort Stevens; Confederate forces attempt to invade Washington, D.C. In 1922, The Hollywood Bowl opens. In 1930, Mike Foster, American politician, 53rd Governor of Louisiana (died 2020) was born. In 1942, Darrell Eastlake, Australian sportscaster (died 2018) was born. In 1944, Michael Levy, Baron Levy, English philanthropist was born. In 1962, First transatlantic satellite television transmission. In 1963, Lisa Rinna, American actress and talk show host was born. In 1977, Brandon Short, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 2006, John Spencer, English snooker player and sportscaster (born 1935) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.