Here are 5 interesting facts about October 12 in California history:

1. In 1890, Dwight D. Eisenhower was born in Denison, Texas. He would later become the 34th President of the United States, and would spend his later years living in California.

2. In 1928, a massive earthquake struck northern California, causing widespread damage and over a dozen deaths. The earthquake was one of the most powerful ever recorded in the state, with a magnitude of 6.3.

3. In 1963, the Los Angeles Dodgers won their second World Series title, defeating the New York Yankees in four games. The Dodgers would go on to win several more championships over the years, becoming one of the most successful teams in MLB history.

4. On October 12, 1978, Proposition 13 was passed in California, ushering in a new era of conservative politics in the state. The proposition sought to limit property taxes and government spending, and had a major impact on the economy and political landscape.

5. In 2019, California became the first state in the US to allow college athletes to profit off their name, image, and likeness. The move has been seen as a major victory for NCAA players, who have long been barred from profiting from their own success.