Historical Events
- United Mine Workers union withdrew from AFL
Famous Birthdays
- Irving Azoff, American entertainment executive and artist manager (REO Speedwagon; The Eagles), born in Danville, Illinois
Famous Deaths
- Huda Sha'arawi, Egyptian feminist and nationalist, founder of Egyptian Feminist Union, dies at 68
Died in 1947 1947 Highlights
About December 12, 1947
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 4 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Sagittarius
