August 12: What Happened on This Day in History

• 2023: On August 12, 2023, multiple developments occurred in the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The Russian Ministry of Defense reported shooting down Ukrainian drones over Crimea, while a significant government investigation uncovered widespread corruption in recruitment centers across 11 regions, resulting in 112 criminal proceedings being initiated.
• 2013: A devastating suicide bombing attack occurred at a cafe in Balad, north of Baghdad, resulting in eight fatalities and 25 injuries. This incident highlights the ongoing insurgent violence in Iraq following the U.S. military withdrawal.
• 2006: The 2006 Israel-Lebanon conflict was an intense military confrontation between Israel and Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group, characterized by significant civilian casualties and international diplomatic tensions. The conflict began on July 12, 2006, and lasted until August 14, 2006, resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life in both Lebanon and Israel.
• 1991: On August 12, 1991, creditors of Greyhound Lines voted to support a comprehensive reorganization plan aimed at stabilizing the struggling bus transportation company's financial situation. This decision was critical in potentially preventing the company's bankruptcy and ensuring its continued operations.
• 1987: Charles Cole successfully completed a remarkable 870-foot Tyrolean Traverse from the top of Elephant Rock, demonstrating exceptional climbing skill and courage.
• 1986: On August 12, 1986, Don Baylor of the Boston Red Sox set a Major League Baseball record by being hit by a pitch for the 25th time in a single season, demonstrating his remarkable ability to endure and his strategic approach at the plate.
• 1984: The 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California, concluded with a grand closing ceremony at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, marking the end of the Games of the XXIII Olympiad.
• 1983: General Manuel A. Noriega assumes leadership as commander of the Panamanian army, marking a significant moment in Panama's military and political history. Noriega would later become a controversial figure known for his authoritarian rule and complex relationship with the United States.
• 1982: Mexico officially announced its inability to pay its substantial external debt, triggering a widespread financial crisis that would subsequently impact Latin America and developing nations globally. This event marked a critical moment in international economic history, highlighting the vulnerabilities of emerging economies and setting the stage for significant financial restructuring.
• 1978: Arron Marshall set a remarkable world record by completing an extraordinary shower lasting 336 hours (14 days), demonstrating exceptional human endurance and an unusual feat of physical and mental persistence.

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August 12th marks the 224th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 225th in case of leap years).

There are 141 days remaining until the end of the year.

August 12th is the 12th day of the month of August.

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On August 12th, 2025 the day of the week is Tuesday.

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The zodiac sign associated with August 12th is Leo according to the Western Zodiac.

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