Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 927, King Constantine II of Scotland, King Hywel Dda of Deheubarth, Ealdred of Bamburgh and King Owain of the Cumbrians accepted the overlordship of King Æthelstan of England, leading to seven years of peace in the north. In 1543, King Henry VIII of England marries his sixth and last wife, Catherine Parr, at Hampton Court Palace. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1712, Richard Cromwell, English academic and politician (born 1626) passed away. In 1947, Gareth Edwards, Welsh rugby player and sportscaster was born. In 1969, Alan Mullally, English cricketer and sportscaster was born. In 1984, Michael McGovern, Northern Irish footballer was born. In 1984, Jonathan Lewis, American football player was born. In 2012, Eddy Brown, English footballer and manager (born 1926) passed away. In 2020, Wim Suurbier, Dutch football player (born 1945) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.