What Happened on February 13, 1912

Historical Events

  • Olympic boxing gold medallist Johnny Douglas takes 5/46 as England cricket team regains Ashes with an innings and 225 run 4th Test win over Australia in Melbourne

Famous Birthdays

  • Arthur "Schneeze" Rollini, American big band jazz tenor saxophonist, born in New York City (d. 1993)
  • Jose de Capriles, Mexican-born American fencer (Olympic-1936, 48, 52), born in Mexico City (d. 1969)
  • Margaretta Scott, British actress (Crescendo, Where's Charley, Counterblast), born in Westminster, London (d. 2005)

About February 13, 1912

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 112 years, 2 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius