What Happened on August 12, 1942

Historical Events

Conference of Interest

British Prime Minister Winston Churchill arrives in Moscow for a conference with Joseph Stalin and US representative W. Averrell Harriman

  • German 1st tank leader captures Elista, Kalmukkensteppe

Event of Interest

Lt General Bernard Montgomery arrives in Cairo


About August 12, 1942

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 81 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo