July 12

    What happened on July 12 in history

    3 events fall on July 12, from 1543 to 1962. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on July 12

    1. 1543

      Henry VIII marries his sixth wife

      Catherine Parr weds the king at Hampton Court.

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    2. 1690

      The Battle of the Boyne

      William III defeats James II in Ireland.

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    3. 1962

      The Rolling Stones' first gig

      The band plays the Marquee Club in London.

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