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What Happened on April 12?

Discover 1 historical moments on April 121 events, 0 birthdays, and 0 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.

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Hero image inspired by: Yuri Gagarin

Historical Events on April 12(1)

1961 Event

First Human in Space

Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin becomes the first human to journey into outer space. He completed one orbit of Earth aboard the Vostok 1 spacecraft.

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Famous Birthdays on April 12(0)

No births recorded for April 12.

Notable Deaths on April 12(0)

No deaths recorded for April 12.

April 12 in History

April 12 is home to 1 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 1 notable events, 0 famous birthdays, and 0 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1961 to the present day.

Major Events on April 12

Among the most notable events on April 12: First Human in Space (1961). View all events →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on April 12?
April 12 is home to 1 recorded historical entries, including 1 notable events, 0 famous birthdays, and 0 notable deaths.
What is the most notable event on April 12?
One of the most notable events on April 12 is: First Human in Space.
How many historical events happened on April 12?
Our collection records 1 historical events on April 12, spanning centuries of world history.
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