Historical Events
- Wenchuan earthquake, measuring 7.8 in magnitude occurs in Sichuan, China, killing over 87,000, injuring 374,643 and leaving homeless between 4.8 million and 11 million people
Famous Deaths
- Irena Sendler, Polish social worker, WWII heroine (b. 1910)
- Robert Rauschenberg, American artist (b. 1925)
2008 Highlights
About May 12, 2008
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 14 years, 10 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bleeding Love - Leona Lewis
#1 Song: 4 Minutes - Madonna Ft. Justin Timberlake
