Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1346, Charles IV, Count of Luxembourg and King of Bohemia, is elected King of the Romans. In 1864, American Civil War: Battle of Fort Stevens; Confederate forces attempt to invade Washington, D.C. In 1893, A revolution led by the liberal general and politician José Santos Zelaya takes over state power in Nicaragua. In 1914, The US Navy launches the USS Nevada (BB-36) as its first standard-type battleship. In 1921, The Red Army captures Mongolia from the White Army and establishes the Mongolian People's Republic. In 1930, Mike Foster, American politician, 53rd Governor of Louisiana (died 2020) was born. In 1953, Angélica Aragón, Mexican film, television, and stage actress and singer was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1982, Chris Cooley, American football player was born. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.