The Theft of The Scream: A Shocking Incident in Art History
1994: Theft of The Scream On February 12, 1994, Edvard Munch's iconic painting "The Scream" was stolen from the National Art Museum in Oslo, Norway. The theft, executed by thieves…
1935: Crash of the SS Macon
1935: Crash of the SS Macon The helium-filled airship SS Macon crashed into the Pacific Ocean on February 12, 1935. As one of the largest airships built by the United…
1924: Premiere of Rhapsody in Blue
1924: Premiere of Rhapsody in Blue George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue" premiered on February 12, 1924, in New York City, blending classical music with jazz influences. This innovative composition debuted…
1912: Abdication of Emperor Puyi in China
1912: Abdication of Emperor Puyi in China On February 12, 1912, Puyi, the last Emperor of China, abdicated the throne, marking the end of over two thousand years of imperial…
1818: Chile’s Independence from Spain
1818: Chile's Independence from Spain On February 12, 1818, Chile formally declared its independence from Spain, marking the culmination of a prolonged struggle that began in 1810. Led by figures…