What Happened on April 12, 1946

Historical Events

LPGA Titleholders

LPGA Titleholders Championship Women's Golf, Augusta CC: Louise Suggs wins her first major title by 2 strokes from Eileen Stulb

  • Syria gains independence from France

Famous Birthdays

  • Ed O'Neill, American comedian and actor (Al Bundy-Married with Children), born in Youngstown, Ohio
  • Peter L de Baan, Dutch actor, director and playwright (Leonce & Lena)
  • RenĂ© Krijnen, Dutch rock keyboardist (Les Baroques - "Such A Cad"), born in the Netherlands
Born in 1946

Famous Deaths

  • August Borms, Flemish nazi collaborator, executed at 67
  • F Guicciardi, writer, dies
1946 Highlights

About April 12, 1946

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 78 years and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries