June 12

Prince Augustus William of Prussia (1722–1758) was the second son of King Frederick William I and Sophia Dorothea, and the younger brother of Frederick the Great. Elevated to the rank of general, he commanded Prussian troops early in the Seven Years' War. Despite his efforts, he struggled to match his elder brother's military successes. A patron of arts and architecture, he fostered cultural life at the Berlin court. His untimely death at age 35 cut short a career marked by duty and loyalty.

Born in 1911, Bruce Hamilton dedicated his career to the Commonwealth Public Service in Australia. He worked across various departments, contributing to policy development and administrative reform. Hamilton was respected for his commitment to public duty, integrity, and effective governance. His efforts supported the modernization of Australian institutions during the post-war era. He retired after a distinguished tenure and remained an influential figure in public administration circles. Hamilton passed away in 1989, remembered for his steadfast service to the Australian government.

Born in Frankfurt in 1968 to a military family, Nicole Brown Simpson moved to California at a young age. She worked as a restaurant waitress and enjoyed a passion for sports, fashion, and family life. Her marriage to NFL star O. J. Simpson was marked by allegations of domestic abuse and media scrutiny. On June 12, 1994, she and her friend Ron Goldman were found murdered, sparking one of the most publicized trials in history. The case highlighted issues of race, celebrity, and the U.S. legal system, captivating audiences worldwide. Nicole's life and tragic death continue to influence discussions on domestic violence and criminal justice reform.

Born in the Philippines in 1904, Philip Vera Cruz immigrated to the United States and worked in California fields. In 1965, he led Filipino grape pickers in the Delano grape strike, helping to found the United Farm Workers. He advocated nonviolent protest, boycotts, and collective bargaining to improve wages and working conditions. As vice president of the UFW, Vera Cruz traveled extensively to raise awareness of farmworker struggles. His leadership bridged cultural divides and strengthened solidarity among Filipino, Latino, and other laborers. Vera Cruz continued organizing and educational work until his death in 1994, leaving a legacy of social justice and labor rights activism.