Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. 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, Ezra Vogel, American sociologist (died 2020) was born. In 1942, Darrell Eastlake, Australian sportscaster (died 2018) was born. In 1957, Patsy O'Hara, Irish Republican hunger striker (died 1981) was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1978, Los Alfaques disaster: A truck carrying liquid gas crashes and explodes at a coastal campsite in Tarragona, Spain killing 216 tourists. In 1980, Tyson Kidd, Canadian wrestler was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 1997, Ryan Rolison, American baseball player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.