What Happened on March 12, 1908

Historical Events

  • Stanley Cup, Montreal Arena, Westmount, Quebec: Montreal Wanderers beat Winnipeg Maple Leafs, 9-3 for 2-0 sweep of challenge series
  • The Pan-Macedonian group is formed in Athens to support the Greek Struggle for Macedonia

Famous Birthdays

  • David Marshall, Singaporean politician (Chief Minister of Singapore 1955-56, pushed self-governance for Singapore), born in Singapore (d. 1995)
  • Max Wall [Lorimer], British music hall, screen, and stage comic and actor (Professor Wallofski), born in Stockwell, England (d. 1990)
  • Rita Angus, New Zealand painter (d. 1970)

Famous Deaths

  • Edmondo de Amicis, Italian writer (Cuore, L'idioma Gentile), dies at 61
Died in 1908 1908 Highlights

About March 12, 1908

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 116 years, 1 month and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces