There are some dates when there have been events that change the way people think about things and shape world history. The day of April 12 is one such date that has had several key events. Here are five of those events listed.
Yuri Gagarin becomes first human in space (1961)
On April 12, 1961, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human to travel into space aboard Vostok 1. His single orbit around Earth marked a major achievement in the space race and a defining moment in human exploration.
American Civil War begins with Fort Sumter attack (1861)
On this day in 1861, Confederate forces opened fire on Fort Sumter in South Carolina, marking the start of the American Civil War. The conflict would go on to shape the future of the United States.
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Space Shuttle Columbia first launched (1981)
On April 12, 1981, NASA launched STS-1, the first orbital flight of the Space Shuttle program, using Columbia. The mission marked the beginning of a new era in reusable spacecraft.
Franklin D. Roosevelt dies (1945)
US President Franklin D. Roosevelt died on April 12, 1945, while in office. He had led the United States through the Great Depression and most of World War II.
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International Day of Human Space Flight observed (2011 onward)
International Day of Human Space Flight is observed on April 12 to commemorate Yuri Gagarin’s historic journey into space and celebrate achievements in human space exploration.
