On This Day - February 12, 2026

Celebrations and notable events that occurred on February 12, 2026.

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National Days on February 12, 2026

Historical Events on February 12

Events that occurred on February 12 throughout history

1909

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is founded.

1915

The ground is broken on the Lincoln Memorial.

1985

Diamonds become the second hardest substance when General Electric Company announces the creation of Borazon. Dr. Robert H. Wentorf Jr. synthesized cubic boron nitride to create the substance which is used in manufacturing for grinding hard surfaces. February 12th Celebrated Birthdays

2001

NASA's NEAR spacecraft lands on the asteroid 433 Eros. It's the first time a human-made object lands on an asteroid.