Famous Birthdays
- Mario Soto, Dominican baseball pitcher (MLB All Star 1982, 83, 84 Cincinnati Reds), born in Baní, Dominican Republic
- Mel Harris [Mary Ellen], American actress (Hope-30 Something), born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Maurice Lippens, Belgian governor of Congo (1921-23), dies at 80
1956 Highlights
About July 12, 1956
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: I'll Be Home - Pat Boone
