Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1191, Third Crusade: Saladin's garrison surrenders to Philip Augustus, ending the two-year siege of Acre. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1913, Serbian forces begin their siege of the Bulgarian city of Vidin; the siege is later called off when the war ends. In 1943, Paul Silas, American basketball player and coach (died 2022) was born. In 1963, Pauline Reade, 16, disappears in Gorton, England, the first victim in the Moors murders. In 1966, Annabel Croft, English tennis player and sportscaster was born. In 1977, Francesca Lubiani, Italian tennis player was born. In 1985, Keven Lacombe, Canadian cyclist was born. In 1986, JP Pietersen, South African rugby player was born. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.