Wednesday August 20, 1952: on this day

August 20, 1952 was the 233rd day of the year 1952, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is August 20, 1952 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 20, 1952, who was born and died on August 20, 1952, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 20, 1952, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. The White Sheik, directed by Federico Fellini), TV series (e.g. Meet Your Match) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 20th, 1952 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 20, 1952?


August 20, 1952 was a Wednesday and it was the 233rd day of the year 1952 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 1952 can also be written as 8/20/1952 in the US and as 20/8/1952 in UK and Europe.

August 20, 1952 in August 1952 calendar

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August 20, 1952: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 20, 1952:

  • Stalin meets chou enlai

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August 20, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 20th 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 20, 1952: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 1952 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on August 20th, 1952 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 20, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 20, 1952 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 1952 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 20, 1952 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 06:04 am and setting at 08:07 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 05, 1952 while the next full moon would come on Sep 04, 1952.

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Who was born on August 20, 1952?


Famous people born on August 20, 1952:

  • John Hiatt

    Us singer/songwriter "have a little faith in me".

  • Ric Menello

    American screenwriter and director (d. 2013).

  • Doug Fieger

    American singer-songwriter and guitarist (the knack and sky).

  • John Emburey

    English cricketer and coach.

  • Patrice Touron

    Senegalese/french ballet dancer.

  • Rudy Gatlin

    American c&w singer who performs in the gatlin brothers band with brothers larry and steve.

  • Sergej Čemezov
  • Giōrgos Pantziaras
  • Didier Schaub
  • Denis Milar
  • Marco Sofianopulo
  • John Clayton

Whose famous birthday is on August 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 20th:

  • Andrew Garfield
    Andrew Garfield

    Andrew garfield is a british-american actor known for his roles in the social network and the amazing spider-man series.

  • Amy Adams
    Amy Adams

    Amy adams is an american actress known for her versatile roles in films such as enchanted, american hustle, and arrival.

  • Demi Lovato
    Demi Lovato

    American singer-songwriter, musician, and actress.

  • Fred Durst
    Fred Durst

    Fred durst is an american singer best known as the lead vocalist of the band limp bizkit.

  • Misha Collins
    Misha Collins

    American actor and director.

  • Ben Barnes
    Ben Barnes

    Ben barnes is an english actor known for his roles in the chronicles of narnia series and the tv series westworld.

  • James Marsters
    James Marsters

    James marsters is an american actor best known for his role as the vampire spike in the television series buffy the vampire slayer.

  • Gerald McRaney
    Gerald McRaney

    Gerald mcraney is an american actor known for his roles in television series such as simon & simon, major dad, and this is us.

  • Ron Paul
    Ron Paul

    American politician and physician, paul is an active member and nominee of the libertarian party for president in 1988.

  • Joan Allen
    Joan Allen

    American actress who can play both lead and supporting roles on screen and stage.

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August 20, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 71 years 7 months old,

or 859 months and 30 days old,

or 3739 weeks and 2 days old,

or 26175 days old,

if you were born on August 20, 1952.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 20, 1952?

There are 123 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 20, 1952?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 20, 1952.

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August 20, 1952: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 20, 1952:

  • Kurt Schumacher

    German politician, first chairman of the social democratic party of germany (sozialdemokratische partei deutschlands; spd), after world war...

  • May Abbey

What famous deaths happened on August 20th?

Famous deaths on August 20th:

  • Phyllis Diller
    Phyllis Diller

    American comedian who burst onto the stage in san francisco in 1954 wearing a sequined minidress, an orange fright-wig and gold ankle-high...

  • Jerry Lewis
    Jerry Lewis

    American comedian, writer, actor and producer.

  • Ilona Massey
    Ilona Massey

    Hungarian-born American actress and singer who appeared in several Hollywood films.

  • Ulla Jacobsson
    Ulla Jacobsson

    Swedish actress, perhaps most well-known for her role as the only female speaker in the film zulu.

  • Ruhama Goldberg

    Esteemed researcher in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking discoveries.

  • Aulora Smith

    Bestselling author known for her captivating novels that have touched the hearts of many.

  • Elmore Leonard

    Elmore Leonard was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Negro leagues.

  • Stefhanie Tubbs Jones

    First African-American woman to represent Ohio in the U.S.

  • Sircharles Sedley

    Celebrated playwright of the Restoration era.

  • Otillia Lindemann

    Renowned German soprano known for her performances in leading opera houses.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 20th

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August 20, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 20, 1952:

  • Morocco - Revolution of the King and the People Day
  • RC saints - Saint Bernard of Clairvaux
  • Estonia - Restoration Day
  • Hungary - St. Stephen's day, the main national holiday in Hungary
  • Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Asmá (Names) - First day of the ninth month of the Bahá'f Calendar

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August 20, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 20, 1952 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The White Sheik

The White Sheik

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Federico Fellini

Starring: Alberto Sordi, Giulietta Masina, Brunella Bovo, Leopoldo Trieste

One Minute to Zero

One Minute to Zero

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Tay Garnett

Starring: Robert Mitchum, Ann Blyth, William Talman, Charles McGraw

The Merry Widow

The Merry Widow

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Curtis Bernhardt

Starring: Lana Turner, Fernando Lamas, Una Merkel, Richard Haydn

Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla

Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla

Release year: 1952

Directed by: William Beaudine

Starring: Bela Lugosi, Duke Mitchell, Sammy Petrillo, Charlita

The Crimson Pirate

The Crimson Pirate

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Robert Siodmak

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Nick Cravat, Eva Bartok, Torin Thatcher

Country: United States of America

August 20, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 20, 1952 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Meet Your Match

Meet Your Match

Release year: 1952

Directed by: MARK STOLZENBERG

Kidnapped

Kidnapped

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Robert Stevenson

Mister Peepers

Mister Peepers

Release year: 1952

Written by:

Starring: Wally Cox, Marion Lorne, Tony Randall, Patricia Benoit

Country: United States of America

The Liberace Show

The Liberace Show

Release year: 1952

Starring: Liberace, George Liberace

Country: United States of America

The Hunter

The Hunter

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Daniel Nettheim

August 20, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 20, 1952 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Thurber Album by James Thurber

The Thurber Album

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Deals with Columbus, Ohio family, friends, teachers, and colleagues

A Man Called Peter by Catherine Marshall

A Man Called Peter

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Catherine Marshall, in the Preface to A Man Called Peter tells about a dream she had following Peter Marshall's passing. Peter was working in a rose-garden and said, "I!"

The Caine Mutiny by Herman Wouk

The Caine Mutiny

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The Novel That Inspired The Caine Mutiny Film and the Hit Broadway Play The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial Herman Wouk’s dramatic and brilliantly entertaining novel about life-and-mutiny-on-a Navy warship, in the Pacific theater, was instantly embraced upon its initial publication in …

The Silver Chalice by Thomas B. Costain

The Silver Chalice

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This exciting novel is the latest in the Christian Epic series. It takes place just after Christ's resurrection and death. Basil is commissioned to design the case that will house the silver cup Christ and His disciples drank out of …

The Shining Tides by Win Brooks

The Shining Tides

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281 pages. Cape Cod, "It has vigor. It also has a kind of splendor." From the inside flap. BCE

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Who was the US President on August 20, 1952?

On August 20, 1952 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 20, 1952?

On August 20, 1952 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 20, 1952?

On August 20, 1952 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about August 20th?

August 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:

  • 2018 - Terrorism in europe. a man storms into a mossos-d'esquadra station carrying a knife and is shot by an officer. the incident is being treated as an attempt to terrorist attack by police.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war: battle of tal afar 2017: iraqi security forces launch a ground offensive, along with shi'ite volunteers, kurdish peshmerga fighters and shi'ite volunteers, to retake tal afar from the islamic state of iraq (isil) militants. since the liberation of mosul, the city has been isolated and is now in the hands of isil.
  • 2016 - Gaziantep bombing. a suicide bomber attacks a kurdish wedding celebration at gaziantep in turkey, killing at least 22 and wounding 94. (reuters),

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What happened in 1952?

1952 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Mr Potato Head, introduced
  • 1st black executive of a major TV station
  • Gerald D Lascelles (under English Princess Mary) weds Angela Dowding

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What was the calendar for August 1952?

August 1952 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.

Discover how August 1952 calendar looked like.

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