Historical Events
- Fred Markham (US), unpaced & unaided by wind, is 1st to pedal 65 mph on a level course, Big Sand Flat, California
Historic Event
President Reagan appoints Dr James C. Fletcher NASA Administrator
Famous Birthdays
- Emily VanCamp, Canadian actress (Revenge, Captain America films), born in Port Perry, Ontario
Famous Deaths
- Elisabeth Bergner, Austrian British stage actress, dies at 85
- Lee Bonnell, American actor, dies at 67
1986 Highlights
About May 12, 1986
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 8 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus
