What Happened on July 12, 1926

Historical Events

  • Guomindangleger draws against warlord Wu Peifu

World Record

Paavo Nurmi walks world record 4x1500m (16:26.2)

Famous Deaths

  • Charles Wood, Irish composer, dies at 40

Gertrude Bell (1868-1926)

British archaeologist (Desert & The Sown), dies at 57


Died in 1926 1926 Highlights

About July 12, 1926

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 97 years, 9 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

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