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What happened in 2012?

In 2012, major events took place around the world. The Summer Olympics was held in London as the Games of the XXX Olympiad. In politics, the United States held its 57th presidential election. Sports enthusiasts followed UEFA Euro 2012, the 14th European football championship. The cultural scene was highlighted by the 57th Eurovision Song Contest. Throughout the year, 79 significant historical events were noted. Additionally, there were 22 notable deaths and one notable birth among prominent figures.

Events
129
Births
1
Deaths
29
Era
2010s
Post-War / Digital Age
Context:21st CenturyThe 2010sPost-War / Digital Age

Chronology of 2012

Documented Historical Record

January

01.2012

February

02.2012

March

03.2012

April

04.2012

May

05.2012

June

06.2012

July

07.2012

August

08.2012

September

09.2012

October

10.2012

November

11.2012

December

12.2012
End of 2012 Record · 129 events

Historical Significance

Context & Impact

In 2012, major events took place around the world. The Summer Olympics was held in London as the Games of the XXX Olympiad. In politics, the United States held its 57th presidential election. Sports enthusiasts followed UEFA Euro 2012, the 14th European football championship. The cultural scene was highlighted by the 57th Eurovision Song Contest. Throughout the year, 79 significant historical events were noted. Additionally, there were 22 notable deaths and one notable birth among prominent figures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What major events happened in 2012?
2012 included the Summer Olympics in London, the UEFA Euro 2012 football championship, and the U.S. presidential election where Barack Obama was re-elected. Also taking place were the Eurovision Song Contest 2012 and the transit of Venus across the Sun, a rare astronomical event.
Where were the 2012 Summer Olympics held?
The 2012 Summer Olympics were in London, United Kingdom, from July 27 to August 12, 2012. This marked the third time London hosted the Olympic Games, having also hosted them in 1908 and 1948.
What was special about the transit of Venus in 2012?
The transit of Venus on June 5-6, 2012, was where Venus passed directly between Earth and the Sun, appearing as a small black dot crossing the Sun's face. This event won't occur again until 2117, making it a rare opportunity for most people.

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