1809⚡ Event
Abraham Lincoln born
The 16th President of the United States is born in a log cabin in Hardin County, Kentucky.
politics
What Happened on February 12?
Discover 23 historical moments on February 12 — 9 events, 8 birthdays, and 6 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
politicssciencesportsentertainmentartswarmusicspace
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Historical Events on February 12(9)
1818⚡ Event
Chile proclaims independence
Chile formally proclaims its independence from Spain, securing its place as a sovereign nation in South America.
politicswar
1924⚡ Event
Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue premieres
George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue premieres at Aeolian Hall in New York City, blending classical and jazz music.
musicarts
1973⚡ Event
First release of American prisoners from Hanoi
The first group of American prisoners of war is released from North Vietnam following the Paris Peace Accords.
warpolitics
1994⚡ Event
The Scream stolen
Edvard Munch's painting The Scream was stolen from the National Gallery of Norway.
arts
2001⚡ Event
NEAR Shoemaker lands on Eros
The NASA space probe NEAR Shoemaker touched down on Eros, becoming the first spacecraft to land on an asteroid.
spacesciencetechnology
2003⚡ Event
Bolivian riots end
Protesters in La Paz and the Bolivian government brokered a deal to end two days of rioting against a proposed salary tax.
politics
2009⚡ Event
Colgan Air Flight 3407 crash
Colgan Air Flight 3407 crashes into a house in Clarence Center, New York, killing all 49 people on board and the house's occupant.
disaster
2016⚡ Event
Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill meet
In the first meeting between the leaders of the Catholic Church and the Russian Orthodox Church, Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill of Moscow signed the Havana Declaration at José Martí International Airport in Cuba.
religion
Famous Birthdays on February 12(8)
1809🎂 Birth
Charles Darwin born
English naturalist Charles Darwin is born in Shrewsbury. His theory of evolution fundamentally changed biology.
science
1809🎂 Birth
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was born in Hodgenville, Kentucky. He would later become the 16th President of the United States.
politics
1809🎂 Birth
Charles Darwin
English naturalist and biologist, best known for his contributions to the science of evolution.
science
2000🎂 Birth
Kim Ji-min
Kim Ji-min, a South Korean actress, was born on February 12, 2000.
entertainment
2001🎂 Birth
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, a Georgian footballer, was born on February 12, 2001.
sports
Notable Deaths on February 12(6)
2000🕊️ Death
Charles Schulz dies
American cartoonist Charles M. Schulz, creator of the Peanuts comic strip, dies in Santa Rosa, California.
artsentertainment
2020🕊️ Death
Christie Blatchford
Christie Blatchford was a Canadian newspaper columnist, journalist, and broadcaster.
literatureentertainment
2022🕊️ Death
Ivan Reitman
Ivan Reitman was a Slovak-Canadian actor, director, and producer.
entertainment
February 12 in History
February 12 is home to 23 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 9 notable events, 8 famous birthdays, and 6 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1809 to the present day.
Major Events on February 12
Among the most notable events on February 12: Abraham Lincoln born (1809), Chile proclaims independence (1818), Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue premieres (1924). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on February 12
Notable figures born on February 12 include Charles Darwin, Abraham Lincoln, Charles Darwin. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on February 12
Remembered figures who died on February 12 include Charles Schulz, Gordon Banks, Lyndon LaRouche. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on February 12?
- February 12 is home to 23 recorded historical entries, including 9 notable events, 8 famous birthdays, and 6 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on February 12?
- One of the most notable events on February 12 is: Abraham Lincoln born.
- Who was born on February 12?
- Famous figures born on February 12 include Charles Darwin, Abraham Lincoln, Charles Darwin.
- How many historical events happened on February 12?
- Our collection records 9 historical events on February 12, spanning centuries of world history.
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