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Sunday October 12, 1952: on this day
October 12, 1952 was the 286th day of the year 1952, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is October 12, 1952 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 12, 1952, who was born and died on October 12, 1952, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 12, 1952, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Springfield Rifle, directed by André De Toth), TV series (e.g. Operation Diplomat) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 12th, 1952 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 12, 1952?
- October 12, 1952: What happened on that day?
- October 12, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 12, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 12, 1952?
- October 12, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 12, 1952: What famous people died on that day?
- October 12, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 12, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 12, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 12, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 12, 1952?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1952?
- Who was the Pope on October 12, 1952?
What day of the week was October 12, 1952?
October 12, 1952 was a Sunday and it was the 286th day of the year 1952 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 12, 1952 can also be written as 10/12/1952 in the US and as 12/10/1952 in UK and Europe.
October 12, 1952: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 12, 1952:
- Kbtv (now kusa) tv channel 9 in denver, co (abc) begins broadcasting
- The gamma sigma sigma national service sorority is founded in new york city at panhellenic tower.
October 12, 1952: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- Chicago Cardinals - Washington Redskins : 17 - 6
- Dallas Texans - Chicago Bears : 20 - 38
- Los Angeles Rams - Green Bay Packers : 30 - 28
- New York Giants - Cleveland Browns : 17 - 9
- Pittsburgh Steelers - Philadelphia Eagles : 21 - 26
October 12, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 12th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 12, 1952: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 12, 1952 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 12th, 1952 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 12, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 12, 1952 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 12, 1952 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on October 12, 1952 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 11:43 pm and setting at 02:55 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 03, 1952 while the next full moon would come on Nov 01, 1952.
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Who was born on October 12, 1952?
Famous people born on October 12, 1952:
- Danielle Proulx
Canadian actress.
- Roger Heath-Brown
English mathematician and theorist.
- Trevor Chappell
Australian cricketer and coach.
- Béla Csécsei
Hungarian educator and politician (d. 2012).
- Luigi Peruzzotti
- Manouchehr Parchami-Araghi
- Riccardo Di Palma
- Hugo Coscia
- Roberto Ghidoni
- Gonzalo Santonja
Whose famous birthday is on October 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 12th:
![Hugh Jackman]()
Hugh JackmanAustralian producer and actor who is involved with film, musical theatre and television.
![Josh Hutcherson]()
Josh HutchersonJosh hutcherson is an american actor known for his role as peeta mellark in the hunger games film series.
![Young Jeezy]()
Young JeezyYoung jeezy, also known as jeezy, is an american rapper and actor known for his contributions to the hip-hop genre and his hit singles such...
![Brigitte Lahaie]()
Brigitte LahaieFrench radio talk show host, actress in mainstream films and former pornographic actor of x-rated movies.
![Akshara Haasan]()
Akshara HaasanIndian film actress known for her work in Tamil cinema.
![Luciano Pavarotti]()
Luciano PavarottiHe is an italian operatic tenor who has been a star for hundreds of recordings and international performances.
![Doona Bae]()
Doona BaeDoona bae is a south korean actress known for her roles in popular films such as the host and cloud atlas.
![Tyler Blackburn]()
Tyler BlackburnTyler blackburn is a tv actor known for his role as caleb rivers in the tv series pretty little liars.
![Kirk Cameron]()
Kirk CameronAmerican actor best known for his role in the abc sitcom "growing pains" as the loving, wholesome child.
![Susan Anton]()
Susan AntonAmerican actress, singer and dancer.
October 12, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 71 years 6 months old,
or 858 months and 7 days old,
or 3731 weeks and 5 days old,
or 26122 days old,
if you were born on October 12, 1952.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 12, 1952?
There are 176 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 12, 1952?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 12, 1952.
October 12, 1952: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 12, 1952:
- Herbert Karlsson
- Marceliano Santa María
What famous deaths happened on October 12th?
Famous deaths on October 12th:
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Sonja Henie]()
Sonja HenieThe norwegian champion ice skater, with over 257 medals and cups.
![Joan Leslie]()
Joan LeslieAmerican actress, dancer, and vaudevillian (b. 1925).
![Sheila Florance]()
Sheila FloranceAustralian actress in television and film (born 1916).
![Leon Ames]()
Leon AmesActor (father to the bride), passes away at 91 after suffering a stroke.
![Conchata Ferrell]()
Conchata FerrellAmerican actress (d. 2020).
![Nat Pendleton]()
Nat PendletonOlympic wrestler/actor (reckless) dies at 72.
![Doris Davenport]()
Doris DavenportActress (behind the news westerner), dies in 81.
![Aline MacMahon]()
Aline MacMahonUs actress, backdoor to heaven, dies at 92.
![Johnny Olson]()
Johnny OlsonAmerican game show announcer price is right, dies at 75.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 12th
October 12, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 12, 1952:
- El Dia de la Raza - Latin America.
- French Republican Calendar - Chanvre (Hemp) Day, twenty-first day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Columbus Day (traditionally) - United States.
- Spain - Hispanic Day, National Day
- Malawi - Mother's Day
- Equatorial Guinea - Independence Day (from Spain, 1968)
- Also see October 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- RC Saints - Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza, Spain); Saint Wilfrid
- St. Fiace
- Roman festivals - Fortuna Redux, last day of the Ludi Augustales
October 12, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 12, 1952 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Springfield Rifle
Release year: 1952
Directed by: André De Toth
Starring: Gary Cooper, Phyllis Thaxter, David Brian, Paul Kelly
Battle Zone
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Lesley Selander
Starring: John Hodiak, Linda Christian, Stephen McNally, Martin Milner
Limelight
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Charles Chaplin
Starring: Charles Chaplin, Claire Bloom, Nigel Bruce, Buster Keaton
Country: United States of America
Ikiru
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Akira Kurosawa
Starring: Takashi Shimura, Nobuo Kaneko, Shin'ichi Himori, Haruo Tanaka
Country: United States of America
The Golden Hawk
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Sidney Salkow
Starring: Rhonda Fleming, Sterling Hayden, Helena Carter, John Sutton
October 12, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 12, 1952 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Operation Diplomat
Release year: 1952
Directed by: John Guillermin
All Aboard
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Fred Levine
The Bob Hope Show
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Jack Shea
Our Miss Brooks
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Al Lewis
Starring: Eve Arden, Gale Gordon, Jane Morgan, Robert Rockwell
Country: United States of America
Four Star Playhouse
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Tay Garnett
Starring: David Niven, Dick Powell, Charles Boyer, Ida Lupino
Country: United States of America
October 12, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 12, 1952 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
East of Eden
By: John Steinbeck
It is a masterpiece of Biblical scope and the magnum opus of John Steinbeck, America's most enduring author. In his journal, John Steinbeck, a Nobel Prize winner, called East of Eden "the original book." Indeed, it has the primordial power …
From Under My Hat
By: Hedda Hopper
Hedda is a great person and knows everything. She tells the truth about her friends and enemies, as well as herself. This bold and honest life story is a great example of how to tell it.
The Old Man And The Sea
By: Ernest Hemingway
The Old Man and the Sea is Hemingway’s most beloved work. It is the story of an old Cuban fisherman who, through his simplicity and strength, has been told in a language that is simple yet powerful.
A Man Called Peter
By: Catherine Marshall
Catherine Marshall, in the Preface to A Man Called Peter tells about a dream she had following Peter Marshall's passing. Peter was working in a rose-garden and said, "I!"
My Cousin Rachel
By: Daphne du Maurier
"From the very first page...the reader is transported back to the dark, brooding atmosphere that Rebecca creates." The New York Times -- Another classic, this time set in beautiful and mysterious Cornwall by the bestselling author Rebecca.
Who was the US President on October 12, 1952?
On October 12, 1952 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1952?
On October 12, 1952 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 12, 1952?
On October 12, 1952 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about October 12th?
October 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of October. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on October 12th, such as:
- 2018 - Wedding of princess eugenie & jack brooksbank: in the second british royal wedding of 2018, princess eugenie wed jack brooksbank at st george's chapel windsor castle.
- 2017 - In the kurram valley, pakistani forces rescue joshua boyle, an american citizen, and their family from north-west pakistani war. the taliban had kidnapped the family in afghanistan's wardak province five years ago. (global news),
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war: haider al-abadi, the iraqi prime minister rejects turkey’s claim that turkish forces should be part of an operation to retake mosul from militant-held forces.
What happened in 1952?
1952 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Mr Potato Head, introduced
- 1st black executive of a major TV station
- Gerald D Lascelles (under English Princess Mary) weds Angela Dowding
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What was the calendar for October 1952?
October 1952 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
