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What happened today in history (March 12): The University of Vienna was founded, Mississippi established the first state women’s university in the US, Moscow became the capital of Russia, Nazi Germany invaded Austria, and more .

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Today in History, March 12: Every day comes with a new beginning and a lot of learning. While you may engage in numerous activities to spend your Sunday, we are here to brighten your vacation with some interesting facts about this day. So without further ado, let’s get started.

Today, on the day Brian Lara scored 139 runs in an ODI against Australia, Elizabeth Smart was found after being missing for 9 months, Tom Selleck won Favorite TV Male Artist at the 11th People’s Choice Awards and was Ice Age premiered. As you scroll down the page, you will find more interesting facts that you will find useful.

Historical events on this day

In 1365 the University of Vienna was founded.
In 1884, Mississippi established the first state women’s college in the United States.
In 1894, Coca-Cola was sold bottled for the first time in a candy store in Vicksburg, Mississippi.
In 1918, Vladimir Lenin changed the capital of Russia from Petrograd to Moscow.
In 1930, Mahatma Gandhi embarked on his Salt March.
In 1938, Nazi Germany invaded Austria.
In 1995, the Congress lost the national elections in India.
In 2003, Elizabeth Smart was found after being missing for 9 months.
In 2012, 45 people, including children, were massacred by the Syrian army in Homs.
In 2018, tens of thousands of farmers in Maharashtra ended protests over loan waivers, prices and land rights.

Sports events today

In 1985, Brian Lara scored 139 runs in an ODI against Australia.
In 1987, David Robinson scored 50 points in an NCAA basketball game.
In 1989, Alabama defeated Florida 72-60 in the 30th SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament.

Art and culture events today

In 1919, George Bernard Shaw’s comedy “Augustus Does His Bit” premiered in New York.
In 1985, Tom Selleck won Favorite Male Television Performer at the 11th People’s Choice Awards.
In 2002, the animated film “Ice Age” directed by Chris Wedge and Carlos Saldanha was released.

Notable deaths on this day

Yes.No	year of death	Personality
1	1914	George Westinghouse was an American businessman and engineer who invented the “railway air brake.” He also devised more than 300 inventions and ran more than 60 companies during his lifetime.
2	1927	Robert Ludlum was an American author of 27 thriller novels, best known as the creator of Jason Bourne from the original The Bourne Trilogy series.
3	1989	Maurice Evans was an English actor best known for his roles as Dr. Zaius in the film ‘Planet of the Apes’ and as Maurice in Bewitched.
4	1987	Woody Hayes, American football player and coach, dedicated his life to the game. Following his service in World War II, he was recruited by Denison University, where he served as head coach for two years.
5	2003	Lynne Thigpen was an American actress who gained worldwide fame for playing “The Boss” of ACME in the various Carmen Sandiego television series.

Famous birthdays on this day

Yes.No	Year of birth	Personality
1	1784	William Buckland was an English paleontologist and geologist who wrote the first account of a dinosaur fossil.
2	1863	Vladimir Vernadsky was a mineralogist and geochemist considered one of the founders of geochemistry, biogeochemistry and radiogeology.
3	1964	Falguni Pathak, known as Queen Dandiya, is an Indian singer and songwriter who dominated the 90s with her popular songs like Maine Payal hai Chhankai.
4	1983	Atif Aslam is a Pakistani singer and songwriter who gained massive recognition through his music in both India and Pakistan. Bollywood song from him, Laga Hoon It turned out to be a great success.
5	1984	Jaimie Alexander is an American actress best known for her roles in the films and television series ‘Thor’, ‘Blindspot’ and ‘Kyle XY’.
6	1984	Shreya Ghoshal is an Indian singer who rose to fame on the singing reality show. Sa Ra Ga Ma and now he is one of the most prominent singers in India.
7	1970	Neal Katyal American lawyer who served as principal deputy attorney general and acting attorney general of the United States during President Obama’s administration.

Frequently asked questions

What happened today in history (March 12)?

Some of the interesting events that took place on March 12 are; Mississippi established the first U.S. state women’s college, Moscow became the capital of Russia, Nazi Germany invaded Austria, Congress lost national elections in India, and more.

What famous person was born on this day (March 12)?

Indian singers Falguni Pathak and Shreya Ghoshal, American lawyer Neal Katyal and many famous personalities were born today.

What sporting events happened today?

Brian Lara scored 139 runs in an ODI against Australia, David Robinson scored 50 points in an NCAA basketball game and Alabama defeated Florida 72-60 in the 30th SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament.

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