Historical Events
Victory in Battle
First Coalition: Napoleon I of France conquers Venice
- Nore Mutiny: British Royal Navy sailors mutiny on the Thames, England and blockade London
Famous Birthdays
- Johann Hermann Kufferath, German composer, born in Mülheim an der Ruhr (d. 1864)
1797 Highlights
About May 12, 1797
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 225 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus