What Happened on March 4, 2012

Historical Events

  • Munitions dump explosions kill at least 250 people in the Republic of Congo
  • Over 10,000 illegal Peruvian gold miners clash with police to gain control of Puerto Maldonado

Election of Interest

Vladimir Putin wins Russian presidential election amid allegations of voter fraud

Famous Deaths

  • Runako Morton, West Indian cricket batsman (15 Tests, 4 x 50, HS 70no; Leeward Islands, Trinidad & Tobago), dies in a traffic collision at 33
Died in 2012 2012 Highlights

About March 4, 2012

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 12 years, 1 month and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) - Kelly Clarkson
  • UK #1 Song: Somebody That I Used To Know - Gotye Ft. Kimbra