Historical Events
- 24th Grand National: Harry Lamplugh wins aboard The Huntsman; first French trained winner; only human fatality recorded in the event, jockey Joe Wynne
Famous Birthdays
- Jane Delano, American nurse and educator (Red Cross Nursing Service during WWI), born in Montour Falls, New York (d. 1919)
1862 Highlights
About March 12, 1862
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 161 years, 6 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
