Historical Events
- Admiral Bobby R Inman, USN, becomes deputy director of CIA
- Arbitrator Goetz declares Red Sox catcher Carlton Fisk a free agent
- Cape Verde amends its constitution
- Pete Squires sets record for 1575 steps of Empire State Building, 10m
Famous Deaths
- Jean Dixon, actress (Joy of Living, You Only Live Once), dies
About February 12, 1981
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 3 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Celebration - Kool & The Gang
#1 Song: Woman - John Lennon
