Historical Events
- Pilot Ken Wallis achieves record speed for autogyros - 179 KPH
Famous Birthdays
- Kevin Nalty, American viral video maker and YouTuber, born in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Kim Fields Freeman, American actress (The Facts of Life - "Tootie"), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Martin Lamble, British folk-rock drummer (Fairport Convention, 1966-69), killed in a vehicle crash at 19
Died in 1969 1969 Highlights
About May 12, 1969
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 11 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In - The 5th Dimension
- #1 Song: Get Back - The Beatles with Billy Preston