Historical Events
- 49th Preakness: John Merimee aboard Nellie Morse wins in 1:57.2
Famous Birthdays
- Alexander Esenin-Volpin, Russian mathematician (ultrafinitism) and human rights activist, born in Leningrad, Soviet Union (d. 2016)
Tony Hancock (1924-1968)
English comedian and actor (Hancock's Half Hour), born in Birmingham, England
Famous Deaths
- Henri Maréchal, French composer and music critic, dies at 82
Died in 1924 1924 Highlights
About May 12, 1924
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
