April 12: What Happened on This Day in History
April 12th marks the 102nd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 103rd in case of leap years). There are 263 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on April 12th in history, famous birthdays on April 12th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to April 12.
What happened on April 12?
Here's what happened on April 12th in history:
- 2018: The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons confirmed the UK's analysis of the Novichok nerve agent used in the poisoning of Sergei and Yulia Skripal, a Russian-developed toxic substance.
- 2017: A violent confrontation between the Armed Forces and National Police of the Philippines and Abu Sayyaf militants resulted in ten fatalities in Inabanga, Bohol, located in the Central Visayas region.
- 2016: United States officials reported that approximately a dozen al Qaeda-linked militants were killed during unmanned airstrikes in Somalia on Monday and Tuesday.
- 2015: During the ongoing Libyan Civil War (2014-present), Islamic militants launched an attack on the South Korean Embassy in Tripoli, resulting in the death of two embassy guards and injury to another.
- 2012: Mutinous soldiers from Guinea-Bissau staged an attempted coup d'état in Bissau, the capital, during a presidential election campaign. They arrested interim President Raimundo Pereira and leading presidential candidate Carlos Gomes Junior, disrupting the democratic process.
- 2009: Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick, prominent American social theorist and pioneer in queer theory, passed away. She was a groundbreaking scholar who significantly influenced gender studies and literary criticism.
- 1997: George Wald, a distinguished American scientist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, died at the age of 90. Wald was renowned for his groundbreaking research in vision and the biochemistry of the retina, which significantly advanced our understanding of how the human eye perceives light and color.
- 1992: The play 'A Streetcar Named Desire' opens at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre in New York City, running for 137 performances.
- 1989: Peter Ueberroth's proposed deal to purchase Eastern Airlines failed, marking a significant moment in the airline industry's complex business landscape during the late 1980s.
- 1976: In a remarkable cricket match, India successfully chased down a challenging target of 403 runs set by the West Indies, winning the game with six wickets remaining and seven overs to spare. This impressive performance demonstrated India's batting prowess and competitive spirit in international cricket.
What famous birthdays are on April 12?
On April 12th there are the following famous birthdays:
![David Cassidy]()
David Cassidy (1950)David Cassidy was an iconic American teen idol and pop star who rose to fame through the television series 'The Partridge Family' in the...
![Bobby Moore]()
Bobby Moore (1941)Legendary English footballer who captained the national team to their historic World Cup victory in 1966, widely considered one of the...
![Saoirse Ronan]()
Saoirse Ronan (1994)Saoirse Ronan is an acclaimed Irish actress known for her critically acclaimed performances in films like 'Atonement', 'Lady Bird', and...
![Herbie Hancock]()
Herbie Hancock (1940)Legendary jazz pianist and composer who revolutionized jazz fusion and electronic music.
![Ilana Glazer]()
Ilana Glazer (1987)Ilana Glazer is a prominent comedian and actress who co-created the critically acclaimed Comedy Central series Broad City, which became a...
![Ed O'Neill]()
Ed O'Neill (1946)Ed O'Neill is an acclaimed American actor famous for his iconic roles as Al Bundy in 'Married.
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Shannen Doherty (1971)Iconic actress known for her breakthrough roles in 'Little House on the Prairie' and 'Beverly Hills 90210', Shannen Doherty was a prominent...
![Andy Garcia]()
Andy Garcia (1956)Cuban-American actor, director, and producer known for roles in 'The Godfather Part III', 'Ocean's Eleven', and 'When a Man Loves a Woman'.
![Jon Krakauer]()
Jon Krakauer (1954)Renowned American journalist and author known for his compelling non-fiction narratives about adventure, exploration, and human endurance,...
![Lisa Gerrard]()
Lisa Gerrard (1961)Renowned Australian singer-songwriter and founding member of the influential world music band Dead Can Dance, known for her distinctive...
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Who died on April 12?
On April 12th the following celebrities died:
![Joe Louis]()
Joe Louis (1981)Legendary African American heavyweight boxer who dominated the ring from 1937 to 1949, breaking racial barriers and becoming a national...
![Josephine Baker]()
Josephine Baker (1975)Iconic African-American performer who became a French citizen and resistance fighter during World War II.
![Gilbert Gottfried]()
Gilbert Gottfried (2022)Gilbert Gottfried was a renowned American stand-up comedian, actor, and voice artist famous for his distinctive high-pitched voice, edgy...
![Charlie Murphy]()
Charlie Murphy (2017)Charlie Murphy was an American comedian and actor known for his work on Chappelle's Show and his hilarious comedy routines.
![Marilyn Chambers]()
Marilyn Chambers (2009)Iconic adult film actress who was a prominent figure in the pornographic film industry during the 1970s.
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- Sugar Ray Robinson (1989)
Widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, Sugar Ray Robinson was a five-time world champion with an extraordinary...
- Shirley Williams (2014)
Prominent British politician and academic who served as Secretary of State for Education and was a key figure in the Social Democratic Party...
What day of the year is April 12?
April 12th marks the 102nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 103rd in case of leap years).
There are 263 days remaining until the end of the year.
April 12th is the 12th day of the month of April.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day April 12?
The zodiac sign associated with April 12th is Aries according to the Western Zodiac.
