What Happened on March 12, 1939

Historical Events

Pius XII Crowned

Pope Pius XII crowned 260th Supreme Pontiff in a ceremony at the Vatican

Famous Birthdays

  • David Mlinaric, British interior director (The National Trust, Chatsworth)
  • John Paul Sr, American auto racer (24 Hours of Le Mans 1978; 24 Hours of Daytona 1982; 12 Hours of Sebring 1982), born in Eindhoven, Netherlands (disappeared 2001)

About March 12, 1939

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 85 years, 1 month and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Pisces