Historical Events
- Malayan Emergency: Batang Kali Massacre - 14 members of the Scots Guards stationed in Malaysia allegedly massacre 24 unarmed civilians and set fire to the village.
Famous Birthdays
- Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Portuguese politician (President of Portugal 2016-), born in Lisbon, Portugal
- Ray Jackson, British folk-rock mandolin and harmonica player (Lindisfarne, 1970-90), born in Wallsend, Northumberland, England
About December 12, 1948
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius