This is our day guide for Friday April 12th 2019 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?
Observances on April 12th 2019
Cosmonautics Day
On April 12th 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to orbit the Earth, opening a new chapter of human endeavour in outer space.
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National Big Wind Day
National Big Wind Day marks the recording of the highest natural wind gust measured on the Earth’s surface on this day in 1934.
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National Day of Silence
A student-led national event where people take a vow of silence to highlight the silencing and erasure of LGBTQ people at school.
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International Day of Human Space Flight 🚀
On April 12th 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to orbit the Earth, opening a new chapter of human endeavour in outer space.
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Public Holidays on April 12th 2019
National Redemption Day
Anniversary of the coup d’état that was led by Samuel Doe in 1980 killing President Tolbert and 26 other government leaders
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Songkran Festival
In Thailand, Songkran refers to the sun’s annual passing into the Aries constellation, the first sign of the Zodiac, which marks the traditional start of the new year.
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