We can practically hear you wonder what makes November 12th so special. After all, it might not be a date on the calendar that leaps out to absolutely everybody! However, there are plenty of great reasons why November 12th is worth remembering, and we have more than a few to share with you right here – so read on!
On this day
1Tibetan troops occupied Chang'an.
In November 763, Tibetan forces captured Chang’an, the capital of Tang dynasty China and then one of the largest cities in the world, and held it for about 15 days. The site of the ancient city is now Xi’an.
2Trotsky was expelled.
In 1927, Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky was expelled from the Soviet Communist Party. This change led the way for Joseph Stalin to be able to consolidate complete power. It’s safe to say there were plenty of power games in the USSR!
3Arkansas lost to the Supreme Court.
In 1968, in the Epperson v. Arkansas case, the US Supreme Court declared it unconstitutional for Arkansas to have a law banning the teaching of evolution in public schools. There are still some discussions surrounding the debate to this day, but this was a huge leap forward for evolutionary theory.
4A cyclone hit Bangladesh.
In 1970, the cyclone Bhola landed in East Pakistan (Bangladesh). The natural disaster killed up to 500,000 people. It was, therefore, the deadliest tropical cyclone ever recorded.
5A worldwide internet was dreamed up!
In 1990, the World Wide Web was proposed for the first time ever by CERN computer scientists. The scientists in question were Tim Berners-Lee and Robert Cailliau. It’s hard to believe there was ever a period without the web!
Special Days Falling on November 12th
Here are some great excuses to mark November 12th on your calendar, whether or not you are already celebrating it for personal reasons!
World Pneumonia Day
Every November 12th, people around the world come together to honor World Pneumonia Day. The day is dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of pneumonia, how it occurs, and that we all need to stand together to fight this disease. Pneumonia kills people of all ages every year – and while many survive the illness and live long, healthy lives, others are not so fortunate.
Chicken Soup for the Soul Day
Every November 12th is also Chicken Soup for the Soul Day. Despite what the name may make you think, the day is actually about exploring our emotions, searching for inspiration, and finding new and creative ways of tackling our problems. Whatever your personal battle, today is the perfect day to face it and be kind to yourself.
American Fancy Rat and Mouse Day
For people in the US, November 12th is also American Fancy Rat and Mouse Day! The day is dedicated to celebrating these intelligent and adorable little creatures. They make for great family pets, and they deserve our respect and care. While rats and mice tend to get a bad reputation, they are actually very clean, smart, and loving creatures, so make sure to take the time to learn a little more about them today!
This month in history
Horse-drawn trams arrived in New York. On 26 November 1832, the New York and Harlem Railroad began running horse-drawn streetcars along the Bowery and Fourth Avenue, the first street railway in the world.
Famous Birthdays on November 12th
- Juana Ines de La Cruz, Mexican poet, nun, and feminist, born 1651
- Grace Kelly, American actor and Princess Consort of Monaco, born 1929
- Neil Young, Canadian musician, born 1945
- Ryan Gosling, Canadian actor, born 1980
- Anne Hathaway, American actor, born 1982
If you were born on November 12th…
…you’re a Scorpio! You’re brave, passionate, and loyal. This makes you a great partner and friend to have on your side when times get tough. You can be mysterious and might not open up to people until you know them well, but you’re still well-loved and appreciated. Head over to our Scorpio Facts page to learn more!
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