Saturday, 12th September 1970 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! It's World First Aid Day. Explore 64 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings rainy with temperatures between 9°C and 13°C. Tonight's moon is in its waning crescent phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Virgo. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Saturday, 12th September in London, GB.
Saturday, 12th September 1970 marked an ordinary autumn day in London, yet it stands within a broader historical context shaped by notable events that have occurred on this date across the centuries. Among the significant moments recorded for this day was the death of South African anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko in 1977, who died following a beating whilst in police custody in Port Elizabeth, a defining moment in the struggle against apartheid. Additionally, the space programme achieved a milestone when Mae Jemison became the first Black woman to travel to space aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992, reflecting the progress made in breaking barriers within human spaceflight and scientific achievement. These events underscore how individual days in the calendar carry the weight of historical significance across different eras.
London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a major global centre for finance, culture and politics situated on the River Thames in south-eastern England. The city has served as a focal point for historical developments and remains one of the most influential metropolitan areas in the world.
On this particular Saturday, London experienced rainy weather typical of early autumn in the British capital. The astronomical context placed the date under the zodiac sign of Virgo, whilst the moon was in its waning crescent phase, a period traditionally associated with reflection and conclusion. These natural conditions framed an otherwise unremarkable day in the calendar, though the historical record shows that 12th September has witnessed events of considerable importance across different centuries and continents.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 12th September 1970
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Fortune of the Day
12th September in the Stars – Star Sign Virgo
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on September 12 blend Mercurial intellect with Saturnian discipline, making them methodical and conscientious. These Virgos pursue perfection in everything, driven by both analytical thinking and practical structure. Their approach to life is grounded and purposeful.
Strengths & Weaknesses Strengths include reliability, problem-solving skills, and exceptional organizational ability. Weaknesses stem from self-criticism and perfectionism, which can create unnecessary tension and burnout if unchecked.
Love In relationships, these individuals demonstrate genuine commitment and practical support. They thrive with intellectual connection and appreciate partners who understand and respect their high standards and values.
Caree & Finance Careers in administration, science, finance, or skilled trades suit them well. Saturn's influence helps them build solid, long-term financial foundations while naturally avoiding unnecessary risks.
Health Regular exercise and mental relaxation are essential, as these natives tend toward stress accumulation. A structured daily routine with adequate rest promotes both physical and emotional wellbeing.
That night, the moon was in its waning crescent phase.
Chinese year of the Dog (Metal).
Fun Facts About 12th September
Name Days in Your Language: Aloise, Aloysia, Guido, Guy
Someone born on this day in 1970 would be 55 years old today — just 20,309 days into life, which is roughly 487,424 hours, 29,245,440 minutes, or 1,754,726,406 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 255. day of the year.
There are 110 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 37 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 12th September
- Kara David, Filipino journalist and documentarian (1973)
- Martina Ertl-Renz, German skier (1973)
- Martin Lapointe, Canadian ice hockey player and coach (1973)
- Paul Walker, American actor (died 2013) (1973)
- Gideon Emery, English-American actor, producer, and screenwriter (1972)
- Paul Green, Australian rugby league player and coach (died 2022) (1972)
- Sidney Souza, Brazilian footballer (1972)
- Younes El Aynaoui, Moroccan tennis player (1971)
- Shocker, Mexican wrestler (1971)
- Will Chase, American actor, director, and singer (1970)
Lives Remembered on 12th September
- William Boyd, American actor and producer (born 1895) (1972)
- Walter Egan, American golfer (born 1881) (1971)
- Tommy Armour, Scottish-American golfer and journalist (born 1894) (1968)
- Vladimir Bartol, Italian-Slovene author and playwright (born 1903) (1967)
- Raja Aziz Bhatti, Pakistani Major who received the Nishan-e-Haider in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965. (1965)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 12th September
- Christian feast day: Ailbe (Elvis, Eilfyw) of Emly
- Christian feast day: Ebontius
- Christian feast day: Guy of Anderlecht
- Christian feast day: The Most Holy Name of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Christian feast day: John Henry Hobart (Episcopal Church (USA))
- Christian feast day: Laisrén mac Nad Froích
- Christian feast day: Sacerdos of Lyon
- Christian feast day: September 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Commemoration of the mass hanging of the Saint Patrick's Battalion (Mexico)
- Day of Conception (Russia)
- Defenders Day (Maryland, United States)
- Enkutatash falls on this day if it is a leap year. Celebrated on the first day of Mäskäräm. (Ethiopia, Eritrea, Rastafari)
- Nayrouz (Coptic Orthodox Church) (leap years only, September 11 on normal years)
- National Day (Cape Verde)
- National Day of Encouragement (United States)
- Saragarhi Day (Sikhism)
- United Nations Day for South–South Cooperation (International)
What Happened on 12th September?
- Siberian Light Aviation Flight 51 crashes short of the runway at Kazachinskoye Airport, killing four. (2021)
- Synagogue Church building collapse saw the deaths of 115 people and several injured, in the Church run by Nigeria's, T. B. Joshua. (2014)
- NASA confirms that its Voyager 1 probe has become the first manmade object to enter interstellar space. (2013)
- Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky Air Flight 251 crashes on approach to Palana Airport, killing 10 and injuring four. (2012)
- The 2008 Chatsworth train collision in Los Angeles between a Metrolink commuter train and a Union Pacific freight train kills 25 people. (2008)
- Former Philippine President Joseph Estrada is convicted of plunder. (2007)
- Two earthquakes measuring 8.4 and 7.9 on the Richter Scale hits the Indonesian island of Sumatra, killing 25 people and injuring 161. (2007)
- Israeli–Palestinian conflict: the Israeli disengagement from Gaza is completed, leaving some 2,530 homes demolished. (2005)
- The United Nations lifts sanctions against Libya after that country agreed to accept responsibility and recompense the families of victims in the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103. (2003)
- Iraq War: In Fallujah, U.S. forces mistakenly shoot and kill eight Iraqi police officers. (2003)