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What Happened on August 12, 1932

Famous Birthdays

  • Charlie O'Donnell, American radio and game show announcer (American Bandstand; Wheel of Fortune, 1975-80, & 1989-2010), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 2010) [1]
  • Sergei Slonimsky, Russian composer and pianist, born in Leningrad, Russia, USSR (d. 2020)
  • Sirikit, Queen of Thailand, consort and Regent of Rama IX, born in Bangkok, Siam

About August 12, 1932

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 91 years and 11 months
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo