Historical Events
Famous Deaths
- Jean Drapeau, Quebec politician, mayor of Montreal (b. 1916)
- John Rigby Hale, British linguist and historian, dies at 75
1999 Highlights
About August 12, 1999
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 11 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
