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National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for July 12, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
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International and other global observances on this date (may include days, weeks, or months).
Events that occurred on July 12 throughout history
Congress authorizes the Medal of Honor to recognize enlisted personnel who most distinguished themselves by their gallantry in action during the Civil War combat.
A fire destroys the entire sixth floor of the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The fire destroyed roughly 16 to 18 million military personnel files--the largest single loss of official records in U.S. history
U.S. Army Apache helicopters engage in airstrikes against armed insurgents in Baghdad, Iraq. Footage of the attack was later leaked on the Internet.
People born on July 12
Film director, film actor, screenwriter, vaudeville performer, and carnival sideshow and circus entertainer. He directed several horror films during his career. Many film directors referred to him as "the Edgar Allan Poe of cinema."
Country music musician known for his song Seven Bridges Road (on Rock Salt & Nails & Seven Bridges Road). He was a pioneer of the country rock, Americana, and alternative country sounds.
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Colonel, pilot, and astronaut who flew to space twice. First as the pilot of STS-96 and commander of STS-107. He, along with the rest of the shuttle STS-107crew, perished when Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated during reentry into the Earth's atmosphere.
Fitness trainer who is known for his energetic exercise routines. He made exercise fun, entertaining, and accessible to everyone.
Olympic gold winner in the 400 m and 4 × 400 m relay during the 1960 Summer Olympics. He set a new world record of 44.9 seconds in the 400 m, becoming the first person to break the 45-second barrier.
Comedian and actor who was the first major television start with millions of viewers. He is fondly remembered as "Uncle Miltie" and "Mr. Television".
Actor and comedian known as Joe DeRita. He is best known Curly with the The Three Stooges.
Lighting designer during the Golden Age of Television. he is considered one of the most respected pioneers and leaders in the entertainment industry.
Essayist, poet, and philosopher best known for Walden, which was a reflection on simple living in nature and civil disobedience.
Ceramic artist and the self-proclaimed "Mad Potter of Biloxi" (Mississippi).[1] He is often considered the precursor to the American Abstract-Expressionism movement.
Founder of Eastman Kodak Company. He also helped to bring the photographic use of roll film into the mainstream, making amateur photography possible for everyone.
Actress best known for her role as Kris Munroe on the ABC show Charlie's Angels (1977–1981)
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