Thursday August 19, 2004: on this day

August 19, 2004 was the 232nd day of the year 2004, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 19, 2004 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 19, 2004, who was born and died on August 19, 2004, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 19, 2004, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lean Back by Terror Squad), movies (e.g. Mysterious Skin, directed by Gregg Araki), TV series (e.g. Epitafios) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 19th, 2004 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 19, 2004?


August 19, 2004 was a Thursday and it was the 232nd day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 19, 2004 can also be written as 8/19/2004 in the US and as 19/8/2004 in UK and Europe.

August 19, 2004 in August 2004 calendar

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August 19, 2004: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 19, 2004:

  • A battle is ongoing between u.s. forces and iraqi forces and the al-mahdi army muqtada al-sadr. it damages two minarets at the imam ali mosque, najaf, iraq.
  • Artillery and mortar fire continue to rock georgia's south ossetia breakaway republic, which is thwarting efforts to enforce a ceasefire.
  • Thabo mbeki, south african president, calls for reforms to the un and other international institutions at the non-aligned movement summit. he stated that powerful nations should not be allowed to rule the world.
  • After two hours of deliberation, dion coleman was convicted by a jury that included oprah winfrey, a u.s. talk-show host.
  • Ariel sharon, israel's prime minister, has vowed to continue with his disengagement plan despite another rejection by his likud party.
  • Nature magazine reports that five satellites and one additional candidate moon were discovered orbiting neptune. this brings the total to 13.
  • Google, inc. shares begin trading on the nasdaq stock market at $100 per share. this is one of the most anticipated initial public offerings of this year. the ipo raised a total amount of, which is the third-highest ever for an ipo.
  • After a dispute with the free democrats, peter medgyessy, hungary's prime minister, has resigned.
  • Google inc. has its initial public offering on nasdaq.

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August 19, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 19, 2004:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $44.78
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $31.51
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.34
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.63
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $84.75

Exchange Rates on August 19, 2004:

  • 1 USD = 109.37 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2963 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2421 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 135.27 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.675 GBP
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August 19, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 19th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 19, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 19, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 19th, 2004 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 19, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 19, 2004 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 19, 2004 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 August 19, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 25% full, rising at 09:42 am and setting at 10:06 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Aug 30, 2004.

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Who was born on August 19, 2004?


Famous people born on August 19, 2004:

  • Google Trade

    Google, an american search engine provider, is a well-known and highly-touted one.

  • Cindy Haasch

Whose famous birthday is on August 19th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 19th:

  • Bill Clinton
    Bill Clinton

    American politician, graduated from yale law school, governor of arkansas in 1978, at the age of 32.

  • Matthew Perry
    Matthew Perry

    Canadian-American actor best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the sitcom Friends.

  • Nandana Sen
    Nandana Sen

    Indian actress known for her work in Bollywood films.

  • John Stamos
    John Stamos

    John stamos is a tv actor known for his role as uncle jesse on the sitcom full house.

  • Valérie Kaprisky
    Valérie Kaprisky

    French actress.

  • Jill St. John
    Jill St. John

    Jill st.

  • Kyra Sedgwick
    Kyra Sedgwick

    Kyra sedgwick is an american actress known for her role as deputy chief brenda leigh johnson on the tv series the closer.

  • Maria de Medeiros
    Maria de Medeiros

    Portuguese actress and director.

  • Peter Gallagher
    Peter Gallagher

    Armonk, new york -- actor.

  • Fred Thompson
    Fred Thompson

    He is an american politician, lawyer, and actor.

See more famous people and celebrities born on August 19th

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August 19, 2004: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 19 years 7 months old,

or 235 months and 30 days old,

or 1026 weeks

or 7182 days old,

if you were born on August 19, 2004.

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

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 19, 2004?

There are 123 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 19th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 19, 2004?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 19, 2004.

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August 19, 2004: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 19, 2004:

  • Hanz Luhn

    Pioneer in the field of information retrieval and creator of the Luhn algorithm.

  • Edwin Knox
  • Pascal Arrighi

What famous deaths happened on August 19th?

Famous deaths on August 19th:

  • Groucho Marx
    Groucho Marx

    Groucho marx was a legendary comedian known for his quick wit, distinctive mustache, and cigar.

  • Jessie Matthews
    Jessie Matthews

    Jessie matthews was a british actress and singer known for her performances in musical films and stage productions during the 1920s and...

  • Alastair Sim
    Alastair Sim

    Scottish actor on film and stage.

  • Hermione Baddeley
    Hermione Baddeley

    England, united kingdom -- actresses (camp runamuck maude, good life).

  • Utpal Dutt
    Utpal Dutt

    Bangladeshi actor, director, and playwright (b. 1929).

  • Linus Pauling

    American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize for chemistry in 1954 and the peace prize in 1962.

  • Fredrico García Lorca

    Renowned Spanish poet and playwright, considered one of the greatest cultural figures of 20th-century Spain.

  • Romyn Fisher

    Prolific novelist known for his rich character development.

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August 19, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 19, 2004:

  • Roman festivals - Vinalia Rustica celebrated in honor of Venus Libitina commemorating the founding of the oldest known temple to her, on the Esquiline Hill, in 293 BC on this date.
  • RC saints - Saint Sebald, Saint Louis of Toulouse, Jean-Eudes de MTzeray
  • Afghanistan - Afghan Independence Day see above: 1919
  • National Day of the Filipino Language, Philippines - Holiday for Quezon City, Quezon Province and other municipalities named after Manuel Quezon
  • National Aviation Day, USA

Observances on August 19, 2004:

  • World Humanitarian Day
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August 19, 2004: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 19, 2004 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 16th and August 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 19, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 19, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.

August 19, 2004: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 19, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Lean Back youtube
  2. - Slow Motion
  3. - Sunshine
  4. - Turn Me On
  5. - Dip It Low

August 19, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 19, 2004 was Thunderbirds / 3AM by Busted, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.

August 19, 2004: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 19, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Thunderbirds / 3AM
  2. - Dry Your Eyes
  3. - Baby Cakes
  4. - Lola's Theme
  5. - These Words

August 19, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 19, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.

August 19, 2004: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 19, 2004 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Lean Back youtube
  2. - Jesus Walks
  3. - Sunshine
  4. - Diary
  5. - Slow Motion

August 19, 2004: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 19, 2004 was Que De Raro Tiene by Los Temerarios, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.

August 19, 2004: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 19, 2004 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Que De Raro Tiene
  2. - Soy Tu Mujer
  3. - Como Tu
  4. - Algo Tienes
  5. - Duele El Amor

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August 19, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 19, 2004 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Mysterious Skin

Mysterious Skin

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Gregg Araki

Starring: Brady Corbet, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elisabeth Shue, Chase Ellison

Country: United States of America

Shattered Glass

Shattered Glass

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Billy Ray

Starring: Hayden Christensen, Chloë Sevigny, Steve Zahn, Peter Sarsgaard

Country: United States of America

Kinsey

Kinsey

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Bill Condon

Starring: Liam Neeson, Laura Linney, Chris O'Donnell, Peter Sarsgaard

Country: United States of America

Runaway Jury

Runaway Jury

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Gary Fleder

Starring: John Cusack, Rachel Weisz, Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman

Country: United States of America

The Interpreter

The Interpreter

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Sydney Pollack

Starring: Nicole Kidman, Sean Penn, Catherine Keener, Jesper Christensen

Country: United States of America

August 19, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 19, 2004 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Epitafios

Epitafios

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Jorge Nisco

Beauty School

Beauty School

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Amy Nicholson

Entourage

Entourage

Release year: 2004

Written by:

Directed by: David Frankel

Starring: Kevin Connolly, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara

Country: United States of America

Salem's Lot

Salem's Lot

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Tobe Hooper

August 19, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 19, 2004 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Sam'S Letters To Jennifer by James Patterson

Sam'S Letters To Jennifer

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Jennifer is devastated by recent loss and returns to the resort village she grew up in to support her grandmother. Jennifer will find new meaning in her life there and be able to experience two of the most incredible love …

The Immortal Highlander by Karen Marie Moning

The Immortal Highlander

By:

You will find a world full of seduction, ancient intrigue, and modern-day passion. Karen Marie Moning's bestselling Highlander novels have captured readers across the globe.

Lost City by Clive Cussler with Paul Kemprecos

Lost City

By:

New York Times Bestseller Author: An enzyme that dramatically prolongs life was discovered in the North Atlantic at two thousand feet, in an area called "Lost."

Ten Big Ones by Janet Evanovich

Ten Big Ones

By:

Janet Evanovich is America's hottest author. Her Stephanie Plum novels have taken the country by storm!#1 New York Times#1 Wall Street Journal#1 Los Angeles Times#1 Entertainment Weekly#1 Publishers WeeklyShe has accidentally destroyed over a dozen cars.

To Be The Man by Mark Madden

To Be The Man

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August 19, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 19, 2004 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cold War Conflicts

Cold War Conflicts

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time

Publisher: GMX Media

Diner Dash

Diner Dash

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, mobile phone, Nintendo DS, PlayStation Portable, Xbox 360 (XBLA), iOS, PlayStation 3 (PSN), Wii (WiiWare), Android

Genre: Strategy, Time Management

Publisher: PlayFirst

Alien Hominid

Alien Hominid

Platform: Adobe Flash, PlayStation 2, GameCube, Xbox, Game Boy Advance, Xbox Live Arcade

Genre: Run and gun

Publisher: O3 Entertainment (North America) Zoo Digital Publishing (Europe)

Doom 3

Doom 3

Platform: Microsoft Windows Linux Mac OS X Xbox

Genre: First-person shooter, survival horror

Publisher: JP CyberFront

Fight Night 2004

Fight Night 2004

Platform: PlayStation 2 Xbox

Genre: Fighting game

Publisher: Electronic Arts

history

Who was the US President on August 19, 2004?

On August 19, 2004 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 19, 2004?

On August 19, 2004 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 19, 2004?

On August 19, 2004 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 19th?

August 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th day of the month of August. 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 August 19th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 earthquakes: a magnitude 8.2 deep-focus earthquake (the strongest ever recorded in 2018) struck the south pacific ocean, near fiji. there is no immediate tsunami threat.
  • 2017 - Terrorism in russia: a 23 year old stabs and injures eight people at surgut in russia, before being shot by police. the attack was claimed by isil.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: russian warships patrolling the mediterranean sea fire cruise missiles towards aleppo. according to the russian defense ministry, the strikes were directed at the islamist militant group jabhat fateh al-sham.

Find out more about August 19th

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What happened in 2004?

2004 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ahmed Yassin is the founder and leader of the Palestinian Sunni Islamist Group Hamas. Two bodyguards and nine civilians are killed when Israeli Air Force AH 64 Apache fired Hellfire missiles hit the Gaza Strip.
  • Flash Airlines' Boeing 737-737 aircraft, Flight 604, crashes into the Red Sea killing all 148 passengers.
  • At 04:35 UTC, Spirit, a NASA Mars Rover successfully lands on Mars.

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What was the calendar for August 2004?

August 2004 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.

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