What happened on Sunday August 12, 1945?

About August 12th, 1945, in brief:

  • Historical events: Ann M. Martin, an influential American children's book author best known for creating the popular 'The Baby-Sitters Club' book series, was born on this date. Her works have significantly impacted children's literature, inspiring generations of young readers and promoting literacy among youth.
  • Day of the week: August 12th, 1945 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
  • #1 US song: Good, Good, Good (That's You-That's You) by Sammy Kaye & His Orchestra
  • Popular movie: The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry directed by Robert Siodmak

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August 12, 1945: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 12, 1945:

  • Birth of Ann M. Martin, Notable Children's Author Ann M. Martin, an influential American children's book author best known for creating the popular 'The Baby-Sitters Club' book series, was born on this date. Her works have significantly impacted children's literature, inspiring generations of young readers and promoting literacy among youth.

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August 12, 1945: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was August 12, 1945?


August 12, 1945 was a Sunday and it was the 224th day of the year 1945 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 12, 1945 can also be written as 8/12/1945 in the US and as 12/8/1945 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on August 12, 1945?


Famous people born on August 12, 1945:

  • Jean Nouvel

    Renowned French architect known for innovative and iconic designs like the Arab World Institute in Paris and the Musée du Quai Branly.

  • Dorothy E. Denning

    Prominent American computer scientist and academic known for her groundbreaking work in cybersecurity and information warfare.

  • Bernard Accoyer

    French politician who served as President of France's National Assembly from 2007 to 2012.

  • Ron Mael

    American musician, keyboard player, and songwriter, best known as a member of the influential rock band Sparks.

  • Michel-Georges Micberth
  • Fife Symington III

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August 12, 1945: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 12, 1945:

  • René Boulanger
  • George Arundale
  • Franz Thorbecke

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August 12, 1945: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 12, 1945 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 6th and August 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

August 12, 1945: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 12, 1945 was Good, Good, Good (That's You-That's You) by Sammy Kaye & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.

  1. - Good, Good, Good (That's You-That's You) youtube
  2. - On the Atchison, Topeka, and the Santa Fe youtube
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August 12, 1945: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 12th is Leo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 12, 1945: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 12, 1945 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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August 12, 1945: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 12, 1945 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 12, 1945 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 August 12, 1945 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 10:26 am and setting at 10:37 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 25, 1945 while the next full moon would come on Aug 23, 1945.

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How old is someone born on August 12, 1945?


Someone born on August 12, 1945 is:

79 years 8 months old,

or 956 months and 21 days old,

or 4159 weeks and 6 days old,

or 29119 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 12, 1945?

There are 101 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 12th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 12, 1945?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 12, 1945.

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