Historical Events
- As the 'marching season' reaches its height there is serious rioting in Derry, Belfast and Dungiven; many families in Belfast are forced to move from their homes
British Golf Open
British Open Men's Golf, Royal Lytham & St Annes GC: Tony Jacklin wins the first of his 2 major titles, 2 strokes ahead of Bob Charles of New Zealand; first Briton to win The Open since 1951
Famous Birthdays
- Alan Mullally, English cricket fast bowler (19 Tests, 58 wickets; 50 ODIs, 63 wickets; Western Australia, Hampshire CCC, Leicestershire CCC), born in Southend-on-Sea, England
- Jesse Pintado, Mexican-American guitarist (Napalm Death), born in Sonora, Mexico (d. 2006)
- Kumiko Ida, Japanese classical pianist (d. 2007)
1969 Highlights
About July 12, 1969
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 8 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: In The Year 2525 - Zager & Evans
- #1 Song: Something In The Air - Thunderclap Newman