Historical Events
- Cuban dictator Machado y Morales flees after military coup
Famous Birthdays
- Parnelli Jones, American auto racer (Indianapolis 500, 1963) and team owner (Indy 500 1970, 71; USAC National C'ships 1970, 71, 72), born in Texarkana, Arkansas (d. 2024)
About August 12, 1933
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 90 years and 11 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
