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What Happened on December 12, 1943

Famous Birthdays

  • Dickey Betts, American rock guitarist, songwriter, and singer (The Allman Brothers Band - "Ramblin' Man"; "Jessica"), born in West Palm Beach, Florida (d. 2024) [1]
  • E. Jean Carroll, American journalist known for her "Ask E. Jean" column, who sued Donald Trump, born in Detroit, Michigan
  • Grover Washington Jr., American jazz saxophonist (Mr Magic), born in Buffalo, New York (d. 1999)
  • Pete Livesey, English rock climber, born in Huddersfield, England (d. 1998)

About December 12, 1943

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 80 years and 7 months
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Sagittarius