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 1801, British ships inflict heavy damage on Spanish and French ships in the Second Battle of Algeciras. In 1925, Roger Smith, American businessman (died 2007) was born. In 1949, Rick Hendrick, American businessman, founded Hendrick Motorsports was born. In 1977, Francesca Lubiani, Italian tennis player was born. In 1995, Jordyn Wieber, American gymnast was born. In 1998, Serge Lemoyne, Canadian painter (born 1941) passed away. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2008, Tony Snow, American journalist, 26th White House Press Secretary (born 1955) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.