Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 70, The armies of Titus attack the walls of Jerusalem after a six-month siege. Three days later they breach the walls, which enables the army to destroy the Second Temple. In 1191, Third Crusade: Saladin's garrison surrenders to Philip Augustus, ending the two-year siege of Acre. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1962, Luc De Vos, Belgian singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 2014) was born. In 1974, Gregory Shane Helms, American professional wrestler was born. In 1974, Sharon den Adel, Dutch singer-songwriter was born. In 1977, Brock Lesnar, American mixed martial artist and wrestler was born. In 1993, Dan Eldon, English photographer and journalist (born 1970) passed away. In 2012, Syrian Civil War: Government forces target the homes of rebels and activists in Tremseh and kill anywhere between 68 and 150 people. In 2019, Emily Hartridge, English YouTuber and television presenter (born 1984) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.