What Happened on April 2, 1912

Historical Events

Titanic Undergoes Trials

RMS Titanic undergoes sea trials under its own power

  • Sun Yet Sen forms Guomindang Party in China

Famous Birthdays

  • Herbert Mills, American pop singer, (The Mills Brothers), born in Piqua, Ohio (d. 1989)
  • Ollie O'Toole, American comedian, impressionist, and actor, born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (d. 1992)

About April 2, 1912

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 112 years and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries