Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1928, Bobo Olson, American boxer (died 2002) was born. In 1936, The Triborough Bridge in New York City is opened to traffic. In 1942, Darrell Eastlake, Australian sportscaster (died 2018) was born. In 1953, Leon Spinks, American boxer (died 2021) was born. In 1972, The first game of the World Chess Championship 1972 between challenger Bobby Fischer and defending champion Boris Spassky starts. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2009, Reg Fleming, Canadian-American ice hockey player (born 1936) passed away. In 2020, Frank Bolling, American baseball second baseman (born 1931) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.