1969⚡ Event
The Troubles Erupt in Derry
Riots erupted in the Bogside neighborhood of Derry on August 12, 1969, spreading across much of Northern Ireland and marking a significant escalation of The Troubles.
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What Happened on August 12?
Browse 15 historical entries recorded for August 12 — 5 events, 5 births, and 5 deaths.
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Historical Events on August 12(5)
1985⚡ Event
Japan Air Lines Flight 123 Crash
Japan Air Lines Flight 123 crashed into Mount Takamagahara on August 12, 1985, killing 520 of the 524 people on board, including singer Kyu Sakamoto. This remains the world's worst single-aircraft aviation disaster.
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1990⚡ Event
Discovery of 'Sue' the T. rex Skeleton
Near Faith, South Dakota, paleontologist Sue Hendrickson discovered one of the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons on August 12, 1990. The skeleton was nicknamed 'Sue'.
science
2000⚡ Event
Kursk Submarine Disaster
The Russian Navy submarine Kursk suffered an explosion and sank in the Barents Sea on August 12, 2000, during a military exercise, killing all 118 crew members.
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2016⚡ Event
First Beer Festival in North Korea
The state-owned Taedonggang Brewing Company inaugurated the first beer festival in North Korea on August 12, 2016.
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Birthdays on August 12(5)
1999🎂 Birth
Matthijs de Ligt
Matthijs de Ligt is a Dutch professional footballer.
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1999🎂 Birth
Dream
Dream is an American YouTuber known for his Minecraft content.
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1999🎂 Birth
Jule Niemeier
Jule Niemeier is a German professional tennis player.
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2000🎂 Birth
Tristan Charpentier
Tristan Charpentier, a French racing driver, was born on August 12, 2000.
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2001🎂 Birth
Dixie D'Amelio
Dixie D'Amelio, an American social media personality and singer, was born on August 12, 2001.
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Deaths on August 12(5)
2020🕊️ Death
Bill Yeoman
Bill Yeoman was an American college football player and coach.
sports
2021🕊️ Death
Una Stubbs
Una Stubbs was an English actress, TV personality, and dancer.
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2024🕊️ Death
Kim Kahana
Kim Kahana was an American actor and stunt performer.
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August 12 in History
August 12 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection: 5 events, 5 births, and 5 deaths. These counts describe the current collection, not every historical occurrence associated with this date.
Events on August 12
Examples currently recorded for August 12 include The Troubles Erupt in Derry (1969), Japan Air Lines Flight 123 Crash (1985), Discovery of 'Sue' the T. rex Skeleton (1990). View all events →
Birthdays on August 12
People recorded as born on August 12 include Matthijs de Ligt, Dream, Jule Niemeier. View all birthdays →
Deaths on August 12
Remembered figures who died on August 12 include Bryan Murray, DJ Arafat, Bill Yeoman. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on August 12?
- The DayFacts collection currently has 15 entries for August 12: 5 events, 5 births, and 5 deaths.
- Which historical event is included for August 12?
- One event currently recorded for August 12 is: The Troubles Erupt in Derry.
- Who was born on August 12?
- People recorded as born on August 12 include Matthijs de Ligt, Dream, Jule Niemeier.
- How many historical events are recorded for August 12?
- The current DayFacts collection records 5 historical events for August 12.
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