What Happened on February 12, 1914

Historical Events

The Squaw Man

"The Squaw Man", 1st feature-length film shot in Hollywood, directed by Cecil B. DeMille and Oscar Apfel, is released in the US

Lincoln Memorial Dedicated

Dedication ceremony for the about to be constructed Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.


Famous Birthdays

  • Arvid Pardo, Maltese diplomat, a.k.a "Father of the Law of the Sea Conference", born in Rome, Italy (d. 1999)
  • Gordon "Tex" Beneke, American saxophonist/bandleader/vocalist (Glenn Miller Orchestra), born in Fort Worth, Texas; (d. 2000)
  • Nello Celio, Swiss politician, born in Quinto, Switzerland (d. 1995)
Born in 1914
1914 Highlights

About February 12, 1914

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 110 years, 1 month and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius