What happened on Saturday January 12, 1991?

Here's what happened on January 12, 1991:

• UN Deadline Expires for Iraqi Withdrawal from Kuwait The United Nations deadline for the withdrawal of Iraqi forces from occupied Kuwait expires, setting the stage for the imminent launch of Operation Desert Storm, a pivotal moment in the Gulf War.
• U.S. Congress Authorizes Military Force Against Iraq The U.S. Congress officially authorizes the use of American military force to drive Iraqi troops out of Kuwait, providing legal backing for potential military intervention in the Persian Gulf conflict.
• Soviet Forces Suppress Lithuanian Independence Movement Soviet military forces storm Vilnius in an attempt to suppress the Lithuanian independence movement, marking a violent confrontation between Soviet armed forces and Lithuanian civilians seeking self-determination.
• Aileen Wuornos Confesses to Multiple Murders U.S. serial killer Aileen Wuornos confesses to the murders of six men, a significant moment in criminal history that would later be dramatized in popular media.
• Cape Verde's First Multiparty Election Prime Minister Pedro Pires resigns after his party's loss in Cape Verde's first-ever multiparty election, marking a historic moment of democratic transition in an African nation.
• Deadly Football Match Stampede in South Africa A tragic pre-season exhibition match between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates in Orkney, South Africa results in a devastating stampede that claims 42 lives, highlighting the potential dangers of crowd dynamics in sports events.
• Harald V Ascends to Norwegian Throne Harald V becomes the King of Norway following the death of his father, King Olav V, continuing the Norwegian royal lineage and marking a significant moment in the country's monarchical history.
• World Record in Swimming Melvin Stewart sets a new world record in the 200-metre butterfly with a time of 1:55.69, showcasing exceptional athletic achievement in competitive swimming.
• Death of Actor Keye Luke Keye Luke, renowned actor famous for his role as Charlie Chan's No. 1 Son, passes away at age 86 after suffering a stroke, marking the end of a notable career in early Hollywood.
• Hekla Volcano Eruption in Iceland The Hekla volcano erupts in Iceland, a geological event that highlights the country's significant volcanic activity and potential environmental impacts.

Events in 1991

January 12, 1991: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 12, 1991

Newspapers from Jan. 12, 1991

January 12, 1991: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Miami Dolphins - Buffalo Bills : 34 - 44
• Washington Redskins - San Francisco 49ers : 10 - 28

January 12, 1991 was a Saturday and it was the 12th day of the year 1991 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 12, 1991 can also be written as 1/12/1991 in the US and as 12/1/1991 in UK and Europe.

January 12, 1991 in January 1991 calendar

Famous people born on January 12, 1991:

• Pixie Lott

  Pixie Lott is a popular British pop singer who rose to fame in the late 2000s with hit singles like 'Mama Do' and 'Boys and Girls',...

• Juan Alvacete
• Rababe Arafi
• Marko Bijač
• Ezequiel Calvente
• Harika Dronavalli
• Mohamed El Shorbagy
• Maurice Exslager
• Raquel Rodriguez
• Robert Gull
• Jakub Holúbek
• João Ananias
• Tina Jovanović
• Robin Lässer
• David Mitov Nilsson
• Sean Porter
• Mike Saofaiga
• Anželika Sidorova
• Erinn Westbrook

Famous people born in 1991

Famous people born on January 12th

Famous people died on January 12, 1991:

• Vasco Pratolini

  Vasco Pratolini was a prominent Italian novelist, short story writer, and poet, considered the most significant representative of Italian...

• Robert Jackson

  American politician and lawyer, 57th united states attorney general (d. 1954).

Famous people who died in 1991

Famous people who died on January 12th

January 12, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 12, 1991 was Justify My Love by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.

1. Madonna - Justify My Love
2. Stevie B - Because I Love You (The Postman Song)
3. Damn Yankees - High Enough
4. Janet Jackson - Love Will Never Do (Without You)
5. Bette Midler - From A Distance

January 12, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 12, 1991 was Sadness Part 1 by Enigma, according to the music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.

1. Enigma - Sadness Part 1
2. Seal - Crazy
3. Iron Maiden - Bring Your Daughter... To The Slaughter
4. The KLF featuring The Children Of The Revolution - 3AM Eternal
5. Vanilla Ice - Ice Ice Baby

January 12, 1991: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 12, 1991 was Love Me Down by Freddie Jackson, according to the music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.

1. Freddie Jackson - Love Me Down
2. Tony Toni Tone - It Never Rains (In Southern California)
3. Surface - The First Time
4. Jeffrey Osborne - Only Human
5. Pebbles - Love Makes Things Happen

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 12th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 12, 1991: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 12, 1991 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 12, 1991 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 12, 1991 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 January 12, 1991 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 04:52 am and setting at 02:42 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 31, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Jan 30, 1991.

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Your place in the Universe on January 12, 1991

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Someone born on January 12, 1991 is:

34 years 3 months old,

or 411 months and 11 days old,

or 1788 weeks and 4 days old,

or 12520 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 12, 1991?

There are 264 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 12th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 12, 1991?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 12, 1991.

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