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Saturday August 23, 1952: on this day
August 23, 1952 was the 236th day of the year 1952, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 23, 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 23, 1952, who was born and died on August 23, 1952, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 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 23rd, 1952 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1952?
- August 23, 1952: What happened on that day?
- August 23, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1952?
- August 23, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 1952: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1952?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1952?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1952?
What day of the week was August 23, 1952?
August 23, 1952 was a Saturday and it was the 236th day of the year 1952 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1952 can also be written as 8/23/1952 in the US and as 23/8/1952 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1952: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 1952:
- Arab league security pact goes into effect
- Giants bob elliot is ejected for arguing a strike, bobby hoffman complete his at bat, he strikes out and is also ejected for arguing
August 23, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 23, 1952: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1952 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 1952 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 23, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 1952 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 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 23, 1952 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 09:05 am and setting at 09:08 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 23, 1952?
Famous people born on August 23, 1952:
- Dalton Reed
Dalton reed is a renowned singer known for his soulful voice and chart-topping hits.
- Harly Dawson
Harly Dawson is a renowned paleontologist known for her groundbreaking research on prehistoric life.
- Evamaria Müller
Evamaria Müller was a German athlete who specialized in track and field events.
- Marieann Eisenhauer
Marieann Eisenhauer was a Canadian swimmer who competed in the 1968 and 1972 Summer Olympics.
- Georgios Paraschos
Manager and footballer from greece.
- Santillana
Spanish footballer.
- Gilles Leclerc
French journalist.
- Leslie Bogart
Humphrey bogart's daughter and lauren bacall's wife are american celebrities.
- Mac Cone
Memphis, tennessee -- canadian equestrian jumping (1996 olympics).
- Cathy St George
Norfolk, virginia -- playmate (aug, 1982).
- Vicky Leandros
Greek politician and singer.
- Steven Brown
- Ruggiero Quarto
- Maurizio Salvi
- Carlos Alonso González
- Klaus-Dietrich Flade
- Sergio Pent
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
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River PhoenixRiver Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
![Kobe Bryant]()
Kobe BryantBryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
![Gene Kelly]()
Gene KellyAmerican actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
![Barbara Eden]()
Barbara EdenAmerican actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.
![Rita Pavone]()
Rita PavoneRita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
![Rick Springfield]()
Rick SpringfieldAn australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
![Shelley Long]()
Shelley LongAmerican comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
![Jay Mohr]()
Jay MohrAmerican comedian, actor, and radio host.
![Vera Miles]()
Vera MilesAmerican actress and model miss kansas 1948.
August 23, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 71 years 8 months old,
or 860 months and 2 days old,
or 3739 weeks and 5 days old,
or 26178 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 1952.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 August 23, 1952?
There are 120 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1952?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 23, 1952.
August 23, 1952: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 1952:
- Lorenzo Barco
- Frederic George Kenyon
- Géza Kiss
- Cläre Lotto
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
![Rudolph Valentino]()
Rudolph ValentinoRudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
![Lori Nelson]()
Lori NelsonLori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
![Kathleen Freeman]()
Kathleen FreemanChicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
![Brock Peters]()
Brock PetersNyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).
- Adaria
Renowned painter known for her abstract works.
- Maebel Normand
Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.
- Kinser
Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.
- John Kendrew
British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...
- Essica Mitford
Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.
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August 23, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1952:
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
- Roman festivals - Vulcanalia
Observances on August 23, 1952:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 1952 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The White Sheik
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Federico Fellini
Starring: Alberto Sordi, Giulietta Masina, Brunella Bovo, Leopoldo Trieste
One Minute to Zero
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Tay Garnett
Starring: Robert Mitchum, Ann Blyth, William Talman, Charles McGraw
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
Release year: 1952
Directed by: William Beaudine
Starring: Bela Lugosi, Duke Mitchell, Sammy Petrillo, Charlita
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 23, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 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
Release year: 1952
Directed by: MARK STOLZENBERG
Kidnapped
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Robert Stevenson
Mister Peepers
Release year: 1952
Written by: David Swift
Starring: Wally Cox, Marion Lorne, Tony Randall, Patricia Benoit
Country: United States of America
The Liberace Show
Release year: 1952
Starring: Liberace, George Liberace
Country: United States of America
The Hunter
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Daniel Nettheim
August 23, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 1952 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Sea Around Us
By: Rachel Carson
The Sea Around Us was published in 1951 and is one of the most successful books ever about the natural world. Rachel Carson's unique ability to combine scientific insight and moving, poetic prose saw her book rise to the top …
The Hidden Flower
By: Pearl S. Buck
A touching portrait of inter-racial love in postwar Japan. Pearl S. Buck's The Hidden Flower focuses on the relationship between a Japanese student, and an American soldier stationed post-war in Japan.
The Saracen Blade
By: Frank Yerby
Pietro di Donati is the story of his father, a Sicilian peasant from 13th century Sicilia, who was almost at the same time as Emperor Frederick.
Under The Sea-Wind
By: Rachel Carson
Under the Sea-Wind, Rachel Carson's first book about birds and sea animals in their natural habitats, is Rachel Carson's personal favorite. It's the early masterpiece of an American masterwork.
The Shining Tides
By: Win Brooks
281 pages. Cape Cod, "It has vigor. It also has a kind of splendor." From the inside flap. BCE
Who was the US President on August 23, 1952?
On August 23, 1952 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1952?
On August 23, 1952 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1952?
On August 23, 1952 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about August 23rd?
August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
- 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.
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.
