CalEvents:Sep/Sep 12
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Notable events for Sep 12
Date
Event
Significance
September 12, 1947
Jackie Robinson named Rookie of the Year
On this day, Jackie Robinson was named Rookie of the Year, becoming the first African-American player to win this honor in Major League Baseball. Robinson's success marked a turning point in the desegregation of American sports and inspired civil rights activism.
September 12, 1974
Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia deposed
On this day, Emperor Haile Selassie, the last monarch of Ethiopia, was deposed by a military coup. His removal marked the end of centuries of imperial rule in Ethiopia and led to the establishment of a Marxist regime under the Derg.
September 12, 1977
Steve Biko dies in police custody in South Africa
On this day, Steve Biko, a prominent anti-apartheid activist and founder of the Black Consciousness Movement, died from injuries sustained while in police custody. Biko’s death became a symbol of resistance against apartheid and drew international outrage, further galvanizing the anti-apartheid movement.
September 12, 1992
Mozambique adopts a multi-party constitution
On this day, Mozambique adopted a new constitution that allowed for multi-party democracy. This was a critical moment in Mozambique’s post-civil war recovery, paving the way for peace and democratic governance.
September 12, 2005
International Criminal Court opens investigations in Darfur, Sudan
On this day, the International Criminal Court (ICC) opened its investigations into war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Darfur region of Sudan. The investigation was significant in bringing international attention to the Darfur conflict and seeking accountability for atrocities.
September 12, 2017
Ghana and Ivory Coast sign agreement to tackle illegal mining
On this day, Ghana and Ivory Coast signed a bilateral agreement to tackle illegal mining along their shared border. The agreement was a major step toward environmental conservation and sustainable resource management in West Africa.