Wednesday March 21, 2012: on this day

March 21, 2012 was the 81st day of the year 2012, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 21, 2012 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 21, 2012, who was born and died on March 21, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 21, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. We Are Young by Fun.), movies (e.g. Moneyball, directed by Bennett Miller), TV series (e.g. Die Chefin) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 21st, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

Table of contents

calendar

What day of the week was March 21, 2012?


March 21, 2012 was a Wednesday and it was the 81st day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 21, 2012 can also be written as 3/21/2012 in the US and as 21/3/2012 in UK and Europe.

March 21, 2012 in March 2012 calendar

history

March 21, 2012: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 21, 2012:

  • Uprising in syria:
  • Browse newspapers headlines from March 21, 2012
  • The united nations security council endorses kofi annan’s plan to end violence in syria.
  • Rebellious government troops stormed the capital bamako's state broadcaster.
  • According to the jerusalem-based b'tselem, 105 palestinians were killed in 2011 by israeli security forces in gaza strip. 37 of them are classified as non-combatants. in addition, 11 israeli civilians were killed when palestinian militants attacked their homes.
  • Unconfirmed reports that extremists are chopping the skulls of "emo"'s in iraq with cement blocks have terrorized them.
  • Two people are injured when a car bomb explodes in central somalia's mogadishu.
  • French police engage in a shootout against mohammed merah, a suspect involved in recent shootings at toulouse. the suspect is allegedly connected to al-qa’ida.
  • After they attacked a bank and a police station, nine gunmen believed to be belonging to boko haram islamists were killed by soldiers of the nigerian army.
  • The greek parliament votes for an international bailout agreement.
  • Five ex-members of right-wing guatemalan paramilitaries were sentenced to 7,710 years imprisonment for their involvement in the 1982 plan de sanchez massacre.
  • Burma invites observers to observe next week's by-elections from the united states, asean and the european union.
  • George osborne presents the 2012 british budget, which reduces the top income tax rate.
  • Nick smith, new zealand's minister of the environment, minister for climate change issues and minister to local government has resigned due to inappropriate conduct.
  • Sean payton, the new orleans saints' head coach, is suspended for one year without pay. gregg williams, the former saints defensive coordinator is expelled indefinitely by the national football league due to their involvement in the new orleans saints bounty scam.
  • Hillary clinton, secretary of state of the united states, warns president bashar al-assad and the syrian government to implement the united nations peace plan "or face increasing pressure or isolation."

March 21, 2012: What were the magazines covers that day?

LIFE Magazine

Looking for other vintage memories?
Look at our old newspapers and magazines page

March 21, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 21, 2012:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $86.59
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $602.74
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $31.96
  • General Electric GE: opens at $20.16
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $204.32

Exchange Rates on March 21, 2012:

  • 1 USD = 83.37 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.9919 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9123 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.3224 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 110.16 JPY

March 21, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Anderlecht - Waregem : 2 - 1
  • Bergen - Westerlo : 2 - 1
  • Club Brugge - Lierse : 1 - 0
  • Genk - Gent : 3 - 1
  • Kortrijk - Germinal : 2 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Madrid - Ath Bilbao : 2 - 1
  • Sociedad - Levante : 1 - 3
  • Sp Gijon - Mallorca : 2 - 3
  • Valencia - Zaragoza : 1 - 2
  • Villarreal - Real Madrid : 1 - 1

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Blackpool - Leicester : 3 - 3
  • Cardiff - Coventry : 2 - 2
  • Ipswich - Burnley : 1 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Everton - Arsenal : 0 - 1
  • Man City - Chelsea : 2 - 1
  • QPR - Liverpool : 3 - 2
  • Tottenham - Stoke : 1 - 1
zodiac

March 21, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


 zodiac sign

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 21st is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

Discover the personality of March born.

Unlock the Mysteries of March 21, 2012! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now

March 21, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Dragon chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 21, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Dragon personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!

Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on March 21st, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

see horoscope and birth chart for March 21, 2012
Planetary positions on  - Geocentric view
zodiac

March 21, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

0%

The moon phase on March 21, 2012 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 21, 2012 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 March 21, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 06:06 am and setting at 07:33 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 08, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Apr 06, 2012.

Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!

Your place in the Universe on March 21, 2012

star banner

We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day

Get your map!
birthday

Who was born on March 21, 2012?


Whose famous birthday is on March 21st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 21st:

  • Matthew Broderick
    Matthew Broderick

    Matthew broderick is a well-known american actor, best known for his roles in ferris bueller's day off and the producers.

  • Gary Oldman
    Gary Oldman

    An english actor, musician, and filmmaker best known for his portrayals of sometimes villainous characters.

  • Rosie O'Donnell
    Rosie O'Donnell

    American comedian, actress and talk show host.

  • Françoise Dorléac
    Françoise Dorléac

    French actress and older sister to catherine deneuve.

  • Timothy Dalton
    Timothy Dalton

    Timothy dalton is a british actor known for his portrayal of james bond in two films during the late 1980s.

  • Marie-Christine Barrault
    Marie-Christine Barrault

    French actress, on television, stage, and film, she is the daughter of max barrault (jean louis brother).

  • Eddie Money
    Eddie Money

    American composer and musician.

  • Scott Eastwood
    Scott Eastwood

    Scott eastwood is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as the fate of the furious and suicide squad.

  • Russ Meyer
    Russ Meyer

    American screenwriter and producer (d. 2004).

  • Virginia Weidler
    Virginia Weidler

    American child star, who was four years old when she first appeared in "surrender.

See more famous people and celebrities born on March 21st

birthday

March 21, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 11 years 11 months old,

or 143 months and 27 days old,

or 625 weeks and 6 days old,

or 4381 days old,

if you were born on March 21, 2012.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 21, 2012?

There are 2 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 21st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 21, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 21, 2012.

RIP

March 21, 2012: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 21, 2012:

  • Christine Brooke-Rose

    Experimental British novelist and literary critic.

  • Yuri Razuvaev

    Russian chess player and trainer (b. 1945).

  • Irving Louis Horowitz

    American sociologist, author, and academic (b. 1929).

  • Albrecht Dietz

    German economist and businessman (b. 1926).

  • Marina Salye

    Russian geologist and politician (b. 1934).

  • Ron Erhardt

    American football player and coach (b. 1931).

  • Tonino Guerra

    Italian poet and screenwriter (b. 1920).

  • Robert Fuest

    English director, screenwriter, and production designer (b. 1927).

  • Bruno Giacometti
  • Gregorio Di Lauro
  • Massimo Melodia

What famous deaths happened on March 21st?

Famous deaths on March 21st:

  • Ludmilla Tchérina
    Ludmilla Tchérina

    French actress and choreographer, ballerina (d. 2004).

  • Dack Rambo
    Dack Rambo

    American actor who has worked steadily since he was in highschool.

  • Ernie Wise
    Ernie Wise

    British comedian for over 40 years, who was partnered with eric morecambe from the time he died on 5/28/1984.

  • Michael Redgrave
    Michael Redgrave

    Bristol, england -- actor (browning version lady vanishes).

  • Lili Damita
    Lili Damita

    At 89, errol flynn's wife (bridge of san luis rey), is killed.

  • Alberta Watson
    Alberta Watson

    Canadian actress (d. 2015).

  • Anthony Steel
    Anthony Steel

    London, england -- actor ("malta story, wooden horse").

  • Lilyan Tashman
    Lilyan Tashman

    Actor (bulldog drummer), dies at 34.

  • Macdonald Carey
    Macdonald Carey

    American actor who acted primarily in movies and television series.

  • James Rebhorn
    James Rebhorn

    American actor (d. 2014.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 21st

holidays

March 21, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 21, 2012:

  • Blessed Clementia of Hohenberg
  • World Poetry Day - by UNESCO.
  • St. Nicholas of Flue
  • Astrology: First day of star sign Aries.
  • China: Chunfen.
  • Harmony Day in Australia.
  • World Down Syndrome Day
  • Earth Day.
  • Ostara - Neopagan festival of Ostara.
  • The third day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.

Observances on March 21, 2012:

  • Week of Solidarity with the Peoples Struggling against Racism and Racial Discrimination, 21-27 March
  • International Day of Nowruz
  • International Day of Forests

Saints celebrated on March 21, 2012:

  • Saints Philemon and Domnin
vinyl songs

March 21, 2012: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 21, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 19th and March 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 21, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 21, 2012 was We Are Young by Fun., according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

March 21, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 21, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 19th and March 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - We Are Young
  2. - Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) youtube
  3. - Set Fire To The Rain
  4. - Glad You Came
  5. - Somebody That I Used To Know

March 21, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 21, 2012 was Love On Top by Beyonce, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

March 21, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 21, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 19th and March 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Love On Top
  2. - The Motto
  3. - Strip
  4. - Lotus Flower Bomb
  5. - Rack City

March 21, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 21, 2012 was Intentalo by 3BallMTY Featuring El Bebeto y America Sierra, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

March 21, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 21, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 19th and March 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Intentalo
  2. - Llamada de Mi Ex
  3. - Las Cosas Pequenas
  4. - Dutty Love
  5. - Mi Santa

Wish him/her..

Send your special wishes with this personalized page

send a message
birthday card
birthday club

Was March 21, 2012 your birth date ?

If yes, join our birthday club!

join birthday club

March 21, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 21, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Moneyball

Moneyball

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

Hugo

Hugo

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Martin Scorsese

Starring: Asa Butterfield, Chloë Grace Moretz, Christopher Lee, Ben Kingsley

Country: United States of America

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton

Country: United States of America

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Release year: 2012

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

The Pirates! Band of Misfits

The Pirates! Band of Misfits

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Peter Lord, Jeff Newitt

Starring: Hugh Grant, Salma Hayek, Jeremy Piven, Martin Freeman

Country: United States of America

March 21, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 21, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Die Chefin

Die Chefin

Release year: 2012

The Girl's Guide to Depravity

The Girl's Guide to Depravity

Release year: 2012

Les hommes de l'ombre

Les hommes de l'ombre

Release year: 2012

Touch

Touch

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Minh Nguyen

Magic City

Magic City

Release year: 2012

Country: United States of America

March 21, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 21, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Defending Jacob by William Landay

Defending Jacob

By:

NAMED ONE THE BEST BOOKS OF YEAR BY Entertainment Weekly * The Boston Globe* Kansas City Star "A legal thriller comparable to classics like Scott

Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson

Steve Jobs

By:

Walter Isaacson's "enthralling", (The New Yorker), worldwide bestseller biography about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs was the inspiration for the film Steve Jobs, starring Michael Fassbender and Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen and Jeff Daniels.

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

The Hunger Games

By:

The nation of Panem is a shining Capitol that lies within the ruin of an area once called North America. It is surrounded by twelve outlying areas. The districts waged war against the Capitol long ago and were defeated.

The Wolf Gift by Anne Rice

The Wolf Gift

By:

Reuben Golding, a young reporter, arrives on assignment at a remote mansion high above the Pacific. It's at the request of the home's mysterious female owner.

A Perfect Blood by Kim Harrison

A Perfect Blood

By:

"I wouldn't miss a Kim Harrison book for anything."--Charlaine HarrisThere's nothing more darkly satisfying than time spent in the Hollows--New York Times bestseller Kim Harrison's alternate urban fantasy Cincinnati where vampires,

March 21, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 21, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Brave

Brave

Platform: Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 3, Wii, Xbox 360

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Disney Interactive Studios

Dyad

Dyad

Platform: PlayStation 3, Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux

Genre: Racing, Puzzle, Shooter, Music

Publisher: Right Square Bracket Left Square Bracket

Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day

Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Drama, Romance, Supernatural, Tragedy

Publisher: 5pb.

Command & Conquer: Tiberium Alliances

Command & Conquer: Tiberium Alliances

Platform: Web browser (supported Internet Explorer 9, Firefox 4.1+, Google Chrome)

Genre: Massively multiplayer online real-time strategy

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Anarchy Reigns

Anarchy Reigns

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Beat 'em up, fighting

Publisher: Sega

history

Who was the US President on March 21, 2012?

On March 21, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 21, 2012?

On March 21, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 21, 2012?

On March 21, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

history

What is special about March 21st?

March 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of March. 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 March 21st, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan: six people die and 23 are injured in three explosions that occurred during nowruz celebrations in kabul, afghanistan.
  • 2018 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: houthis claim that they have shot down an f-15 royal saudi air force jet flying over sa'da province, yemen.
  • 2017 - War in somalia: at least five people are killed when a car bomb explodes near villa somalia, president of somalia mohamed abdullahi mohamed’s official residence in mogadishu.

Find out more about March 21st

history

What happened in 2012?

2012 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Arab Spring
  • The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
  • Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.

Do you remember 2012? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to

history

What was the calendar for March 2012?

March 2012 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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 March 2012 calendar looked like.

Wednesday March 21, 2012