Today in News History

On July 4, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1187, The Crusades: Battle of Hattin: Saladin defeats Guy of Lusignan, King of Jerusalem. In 1776, American Revolution: The United States Declaration of Independence is adopted by the Second Continental Congress. In 1826, Thomas Jefferson, American architect, lawyer, and politician, 3rd President of the United States (born 1743) passed away. In 1826, John Adams, American lawyer and politician, 2nd President of the United States (born 1735) passed away. In 1831, Samuel Francis Smith writes "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" for the Boston, Massachusetts July 4 festivities. In 1881, Ulysses S. Grant III, American general (died 1968) was born. In 1946, Michael Milken, American businessman and philanthropist was born. In 1951, Vladimir Tismăneanu, Romanian-American political scientist, sociologist, and academic was born. In 1969, Al Golden, American football player and coach was born. In 1971, Thomas C. Hart, American admiral and politician (born 1877) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.