The Daily Birthdays - October 12

When I was growing up, Pops always challenged us to "learn something new every day, and you will never stop growing." I pass that challenge on to you, along with this birthday list. Some are just for fun, some are intriguing, and some are actually worth learning about. Find someone you know little or nothing about, follow the link, and learn something new today!

• 1537 – Edward VI – King of England (1547-1553)


• 1860 – Elmer Ambrose Sperry – inventor


• 1872 – Ralph Vaughan Williams – composer


• 1883 – Samuel Elmer Imes – chemist, quantum physicist


• 1908 – Ann Petry – writer


• 1919 – Dorie Miller – sailor, WWII hero


• 1935 – Luciano Pavarotti – singer


• 1968 – Hugh Jackman – actor


• 1969 – Nancy Kerrigan – figure skater

As always, give me a shout in the comments section if you know of someone who should be added (for next year).