Historical Events
- Yohannes IV is crowned Emperor of Ethiopia in Axum, 1st imperial coronation in Axum in over 200 years
1872 Highlights
About January 12, 1872
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 151 years and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
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