Famous Deaths
- Ambroise Thomas, French opera composer (Mignon), and music professor, dies at 84
- Isaac Murphy, American jockey, 628 wins on 1,412 mounts (44.5%), dies at 35
Died in 1896 1896 Highlights
About February 12, 1896
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 128 years, 2 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aquarius
