Historical Events
Event of Interest
Jack Kilby demonstrates his first integrated circuit (IC) to his supervisor
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Little Rock Crisis
US Supreme Court orders the all-white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas to integrate
Famous Birthdays
- Gregg Edelman, American actor (Green Card), born in Chicago, Illinois
Wilfred Benítez (65 years old)
Puerto Rican boxer (youngest world champion at 17 years, 176 days [WBA Light Welterweight]), born in New York City
About September 12, 1958
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 7 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré) - Domenico Modugno
- #1 Song: When - Kalin Twins