On This Day - March 12, 2026

National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for March 12, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.

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National Days on March 12, 2026

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Ongoing National Months

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Global Observances

International and other global observances on this date (may include days, weeks, or months).

Historical Events on March 12

Events that occurred on March 12 throughout history

1912

Juliette Gordon Low found the Girl Scouts of America when she organizes the first Girl Scout troop meeting in Savannah, Georgia.

1923

Inventor and radio pioneer Lee De Forest demonstrates synchronized music and film through his invention called Phonofilm for the first time. The film included musicians playing and dancers, though no voice was included with the film.

1993

Following unanimous confirmation by the Senate on March 11th, Janet Reno is sworn in as the first female Attorney General.