What Happened on March 12, 1958

Historical Events

  • 3rd Eurovision Song Contest: Andre Claveau for France wins singing "Dors, mon amour" in Hilversum
  • British Empire Day is renamed "Commonwealth Day"

Famous Deaths

  • Princess Ingeborg of Sweden, wife of Prince Carl, Duke of Västergötland, dies at 79

About March 12, 1958

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Magic Moments - Perry Como