Historical Events
- 38th Berlin International Film Festival: "Red Sorgum" wins the Golden Bear
Cold War Bumping Incident
US Navy frigate USS Yorktown bumped by Russian frigate Bezzavetny in the Black Sea in dispute over right of innocent passage
Famous Birthdays
- Nicolás Otamendi, Argentine football player (Benefica, Argentina), born in Buenos Aires, Argentina
About February 12, 1988
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 2 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Could've Been - Tiffany
#1 Song: I Think We're Alone Now - Tiffany
