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What Happened on September 12, 1938

Historical Events

Hitler's Sudeten Germans Demand

Adolf Hitler demands self-determination for Sudeten Germans in Czech

Famous Birthdays

  • Claude Ruel, Canadian NHL coach (Stanley Cup 1968-69, Montreal Canadiens), born in Sherbrooke, Quebec (d. 2015)
  • Judy Clay [Guions], American soul and gospel singer, born in St Paul, North Carolina (d. 2001)
  • Tatiana Troyanos, American mezzo-soprano (Octavian-Der Rosenleavalier), born in New York City (d. 1993)

About September 12, 1938

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 85 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Virgo