Friday January 01, 1926: on this day

January 01, 1926 was the 1st day of the year 1926, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 01, 1926 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 01, 1926, who was born and died on January 01, 1926, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 01, 1926, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. The General, directed by Clyde Bruckman, Buster Keaton), TV series books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 1st, 1926 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 01, 1926?


January 01, 1926 was a Friday and it was the 1st day of the year 1926 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1926 can also be written as 1/1/1926 in the US and as 1/1/1926 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1926 in January 1926 calendar

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January 01, 1926: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 01, 1926:

  • Flood in rhine strikes cologne, germany.

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January 01, 1926: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 01, 1926: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1926 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on January 1st, 1926 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 01, 1926: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 01, 1926 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 1926 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on January 01, 1926 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 07:07 pm and setting at 09:42 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 30, 1925 while the next full moon would come on Jan 28, 1926.

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Who was born on January 01, 1926?


Famous people born on January 01, 1926:

  • Abdulwahab Al-Bayati

    Iraqi poet and academic who is considered one of the most influential Arab poets of the 20th century.

  • Omran Al-Kaysi

    Renowned Iraqi poet known for his lyrical works.

  • Abrey Burland

    Renowned author known for historical fiction novels.

  • Ludean Watts

    American politician who served as a member of the U.S.

  • Leiby Frank

    Prominent writer known for his contributions to Yiddish literature.

  • Gordon Cowan

    Gordon Cowan was a Canadian computer scientist who made significant contributions to the development of early computer systems.

  • Nephtali Aronov

    Contributed to the field of functional analysis.

  • Ikey O'Higgins

    Irish politician and lawyer who served as Attorney General of Ireland.

  • Moyses Simantov

    Renowned Israeli painter known for his unique style.

  • Yaacov Erez

    Israeli journalist and television presenter.

  • Hagar Ben-Asher

    Israeli cantorial singer known for her powerful voice.

  • Cranford Noll

    Cranford Noll was an American Lutheran theologian and professor who made significant contributions to the field of Christian theology.

  • Isaiah Dresner

    Isaiah Dresner is an American mathematician known for his work in functional analysis and operator theory.

  • Wadie Jwaideh

    Wadie Jwaideh was an Iraqi historian and translator who specialized in Middle Eastern studies.

  • Hyman Kaplan

    American poet and professor known for his insightful and reflective poetry.

  • Corliss

    Renowned author known for their captivating novels.

  • Dorina Neave

    Dorina Neave was a British actress known for her work in theater and film.

  • Burl Henry

    Physicist who made significant contributions to the field of superconductivity.

  • Boaz Modai

    Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset.

  • Lavon Affleck

    Lavon Affleck was a politician known for his contributions to public service.

Whose famous birthday is on January 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 1st:

  • Vidya Balan
    Vidya Balan

    Vidya balan is an indian actress and model known for her versatile roles in bollywood films, particularly for her performances in...

  • Hiep Thi Le
    Hiep Thi Le

    Vietnamese-American actress known for her role in the film 'Heaven & Earth'.

  • Nana Patekar
    Nana Patekar

    Nana patekar is an indian stage and film actor known for his intense performances in both mainstream and art house films.

  • Grandmaster Flash
    Grandmaster Flash

    Grandmaster flash is a pioneering dj and hip-hop artist known for his innovative turntable techniques and influential contributions to the...

  • Maurice Béjart
    Maurice Béjart

    French choreographer, dancer, ballet director, and choreographer; his style combines jazz, avant-garde and non-traditional dance forms.

  • Fatima Sana Shaikh
    Fatima Sana Shaikh

    Fatima sana shaikh is an indian actress known for her role as geeta phogat in the film dangal.

  • Morris Chestnut
    Morris Chestnut

    American actor known for his roles in films like 'Boyz n the Hood' and 'The Best Man'.

  • Frank Langella
    Frank Langella

    American actor and legitimate theater producer.

  • Sonali Bendre
    Sonali Bendre

    Indian actress and model.

  • Jonas Armstrong
    Jonas Armstrong

    An english actor of irish descent, he is best known for his appearances in television in the united kingdom.

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January 01, 1926: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 98 years 2 months old,

or 1178 months and 28 days old,

or 5126 weeks

or 35882 days old,

if you were born on January 01, 1926.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 1926?

There are 278 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1926?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on January 01, 1926.

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January 01, 1926: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 01, 1926:

  • Meshulem Roth

    Renowned rabbi known for his teachings and influence in Jewish communities.

  • Hjalmar Lundbohm

    Hjalmar Lundbohm was a Swedish businessman and entrepreneur who founded the mining town of Kiruna and played a key role in the development...

  • Ludwika Kraskowska

    Ludwika Kraskowska was a Polish painter known for her portraits and genre scenes.

  • Jean-Auguste Brutails
  • Emilio Stramucci

What famous deaths happened on January 1st?

Famous deaths on January 1st:

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Margaret Sullavan
    Margaret Sullavan

    American actress who achieved her greatest fame in the 1943 stage production "voice of the turtle.

  • Donna Douglas
    Donna Douglas

    American actress (b. 1932).

  • Ray Walston
    Ray Walston

    American actor, most famous for his role in the tv sitcom "my favorite martian".

  • Juanita Moore
    Juanita Moore

    Juanita Moore was an American film and television actress, best known for her Academy Award-nominated role in the film Imitation of Life.

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

    Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

  • Victor Buono
    Victor Buono

    Actor (mr schubert man from atlantis), is killed at 43.

  • June Clayworth
    June Clayworth

    Actress (bodyguard and criminal court), succumbs to lymphoma.

  • Gertrude Michael
    Gertrude Michael

    Actress (caged cleopatra), who dies at 53.

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January 01, 1926: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


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January 01, 1926: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 01, 1926 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The General

The General

Release year: 1926

Directed by: Clyde Bruckman, Buster Keaton

Starring: Buster Keaton, Marion Mack, Glen Cavender, Jim Farley

Country: United States of America

Hotel Imperial

Hotel Imperial

Release year: 1926

Directed by: Mauritz Stiller

Starring: Pola Negri, James Hall, George Siegmann, Max Davidson

The Iron Rider

The Iron Rider

Release year: 1926

Directed by: Jacques Jaccard

Starring: Yakima Canutt, Elsa Benham, Jim Corey, Carl Sepulveda

Flesh and the Devil

Flesh and the Devil

Release year: 1926

Directed by: Clarence Brown

Starring: John Gilbert, Greta Garbo, Lars Hanson, Barbara Kent

Country: United States of America

The Cruise of the Jasper B

The Cruise of the Jasper B

Release year: 1926

Directed by: James W. Horne

Starring: Rod La Rocque, Mildred Harris, Snitz Edwards, Jack Ackroyd

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Who was the US President on January 01, 1926?

On January 01, 1926 the US President was Calvin Coolidge (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 01, 1926?

On January 01, 1926 the UK Prime Minister was Stanley Baldwin (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 01, 1926?

On January 01, 1926 the Pope was Pius XI.

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What is special about January 1st?

January 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of January. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on January 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan: 27 afghan national security forces members are killed by the taliban in coordinated attacks in northern afghanistan. they refused to negotiate peace with the government.
  • 2018 - Kashmir conflict: after 36 hours, an armed standoff between indian security force and kashimiri rebels at paramilitary bases ends with eight people dying.
  • 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: on the european coast of bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (bbc), (ap via abc news australia),

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What happened in 1926?

1926 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Barendrecht soccer team forms
  • Dark Street in the Bronx renamed Lustre Street
  • Halsteren Soccer team forms in Halsteren

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What was the calendar for January 1926?

January 1926 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how January 1926 calendar looked like.

Friday January 1, 1926