Sunday December 12, 1937: on this day

December 12, 1937 was the 346th day of the year 1937, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is December 12, 1937 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 12, 1937, who was born and died on December 12, 1937, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 12, 1937, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. La Habanera, directed by Douglas Sirk), TV series (e.g. Intimate Cabaret) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 12th, 1937 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 12, 1937?


December 12, 1937 was a Sunday and it was the 346th day of the year 1937 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 12, 1937 can also be written as 12/12/1937 in the US and as 12/12/1937 in UK and Europe.

December 12, 1937 in December 1937 calendar

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December 12, 1937: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 12, 1937:

  • Japanese aircraft shell and sink us gunboat panay on yangtze river in china. (japan apologizes and eventually pays us $2.2 million in reparations).
  • Nbc and rca sends first mobile-tv vans onto the streets of new york.
  • Washington redskins win nfl championship.
  • Second sino-japanese war: uss incident: japanese aircraft bomb and sink u.s. gunboat uss  on the yangtze river in china.

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December 12, 1937: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 12th is Sagittarius.

Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 12, 1937: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 12, 1937 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on December 12th, 1937 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 12, 1937: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 12, 1937 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 12, 1937 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 December 12, 1937 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 12:37 pm and setting at 02:11 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 18, 1937 while the next full moon would come on Dec 17, 1937.

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Who was born on December 12, 1937?


Famous people born on December 12, 1937:

  • Roberto Benzi

    French orchestral conductor.

  • Buford Pusser

    Known for his role as sheriff of McNairy County, Tennessee, and his fight against crime.

  • Connie Francis

    American singer, musician, and actress.

  • Philip Ledger

    English pianist, composer, and academic (d. 2012).

  • Michael Jeffery

    Australian politician and general 24th governor general of australia.

  • Jim Harrison

    Writer.

  • Claude Dany

    He was the first artificial heart to be built in france.

  • Judy Tegart
  • Warren Rabb
  • Benito Albini
  • Prosper Avril
  • Gerónimo Cruz
  • Judy Tegart Dalton
  • Joop van Oosterom

Whose famous birthday is on December 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 12th:

  • Frank Sinatra
    Frank Sinatra

    American legend, who was a singer and also had a successful career in tv and movies.

  • Jennifer Connelly
    Jennifer Connelly

    Movie actress.

  • Dionne Warwick
    Dionne Warwick

    American singer and recording artist.

  • Mädchen Amick
    Mädchen Amick

    American actress and director.

  • Connie Francis
    Connie Francis

    Country singer.

  • Bill Nighy
    Bill Nighy

    British actor known for his roles in 'Love Actually' and the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' series.

  • Regina Hall
    Regina Hall

    Regina Hall is a versatile actress known for her roles in comedy and drama films.

  • Bob Barker
    Bob Barker

    Barker, an american tv personality and host of "the price is right", was the host of the game show for more than three decades.

  • Tom Wilkinson
    Tom Wilkinson

    English actor (b. 1948).

  • Robert Lepage
    Robert Lepage

    French canadian playwright.

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December 12, 1937: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 86 years 3 months old,

or 1035 months and 17 days old,

or 4502 weeks and 5 days old,

or 31519 days old,

if you were born on December 12, 1937.

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 December 12, 1937?

There are 258 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 12th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 12, 1937?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on December 12, 1937.

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December 12, 1937: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 12, 1937:

  • Alfred Abel

    German actor and film producer, also known as the "lewis stone" of german movies.

  • Hobart Donovan

    Hobart Donovan was a respected politician who served in various government positions.

  • Karol Anton Medvecký

What famous deaths happened on December 12th?

Famous deaths on December 12th:

  • Vicente Fernández
    Vicente Fernández

    Vicente Fernández is a Mexican singer, actor, and businessman who founded the successful Grupo Fernández conglomerate.

  • Tallulah Bankhead
    Tallulah Bankhead

    American actress who appeared on film and stage.

  • Danny Aiello
    Danny Aiello

    Danny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.

  • Anne Baxter
    Anne Baxter

    Frank lloyd wright's daughter is an american actress, author, and noted family.

  • Peter Boyle
    Peter Boyle

    American actor (d. 2006).

  • Audrey Totter
    Audrey Totter

    Joliet, illinois -- actress (carpetbaggers, set-up).

  • Van Johnson
    Van Johnson

    American actor.

  • Douglas Fairbanks
    Douglas Fairbanks

    American actor, known for his role as a hero film star in the '20s and '40s.

  • Annette Stroyberg
    Annette Stroyberg

    Danish actress (b. 1936).

  • Ann Reinking
    Ann Reinking

    American actress, dancer, and choreographer (d. 2020).

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 12th

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December 12, 1937: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 12, 1937:

  • R.C. Saints - optional memorial of Our Lady of Guadalupe
  • Also see December 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • Kenya - Jamhuri Day: Independence Day (from Britain, 1963)
  • Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Masá'il (Questions) - First day of the 15th month of the Bahá'f Calendar

Observances on December 12, 1937:

  • International Universal Health Coverage Day
  • International Day of Neutrality

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December 12, 1937: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 12, 1937 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

La Habanera

La Habanera

Release year: 1937

Directed by: Douglas Sirk

Starring: Zarah Leander, Ferdinand Marian, Karl Martell, Julia Serda

Bulldog Drummond's Revenge

Bulldog Drummond's Revenge

Release year: 1937

Directed by: Louis King

Starring: John Barrymore, John Howard, Louise Campbell, Reginald Denny

Wallaby Jim of the Islands

Wallaby Jim of the Islands

Release year: 1937

Directed by: Charles Lamont

Starring: George Houston, Ruth Coleman, Douglas Walton, Wilhelm von Brincken

Young Dynamite

Young Dynamite

Release year: 1937

Directed by: Leslie Goodwins

Starring: Frankie Darro, Kane Richmond, Charlotte Henry, Willy Castello

You're Only Young Once

You're Only Young Once

Release year: 1937

Directed by: George B. Seitz

Starring: Lewis Stone, Cecilia Parker, Mickey Rooney, Fay Holden

December 12, 1937: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 12, 1937 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Intimate Cabaret

Intimate Cabaret

Release year: 1937

Starring: Evel Burns, Truda Binarová, Oliver Wakefield

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Body-Line

Body-Line

Release year: 1937

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Round the Film Studios

Round the Film Studios

Release year: 1937

Starring: Patrick Barr, John Paddy Carstairs, John Clements, Joan Gardner

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Who was the US President on December 12, 1937?

On December 12, 1937 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 12, 1937?

On December 12, 1937 the UK Prime Minister was Neville Chamberlain (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 12, 1937?

On December 12, 1937 the Pope was Pius XI.

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What is special about December 12th?

December 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of December. 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 December 12th, such as:

  • 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). the afghan national army leaves the western shib koh district, after the government failed in its duty to replenish troops there. the taliban now control the district that borders iran. (reuters) the taliban claimed responsibility for a suicide attack that left 12 dead, 8 of them civilians in kabul.
  • 2017 - Unibail-rodamco buys westfield corporation, a shopping mall owner, for $15.7 billion
  • 2016 - December 2016 istanbul bombings: according to recep akdag, the death toll from the bombings at besiktas (istanbul) has risen to at least 44. (anadolu agency). at least 118 hdp supporters and officials were arrested in anti-terrorism raids. hdp denies any connection with the pkk and kurdistan freedom falcons. (reuters),

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What happened in 1937?

1937 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Count Claus von Stauffenberg promoted to captain
  • Bradman scores 270 Aust vs. England at the MCG, incl 110 singles
  • 1st broadcast of Guiding Light on NBC radio

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What was the calendar for December 1937?

December 1937 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.

Discover how December 1937 calendar looked like.

Sunday December 12, 1937