Friday December 26, 1952: on this day

December 26, 1952 was the 361st day of the year 1952, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is December 26, 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 December 26, 1952, who was born and died on December 26, 1952, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 26, 1952, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. The Redhead from Wyoming, directed by Lee Sholem), TV series (e.g. The Life Of Riley) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 26th, 1952 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 26, 1952?


December 26, 1952 was a Friday and it was the 361st day of the year 1952 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 26, 1952 can also be written as 12/26/1952 in the US and as 26/12/1952 in UK and Europe.

December 26, 1952 in December 1952 calendar

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December 26, 1952: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 26, 1952:

  • Joseph ivor linton, the first israeli minister plenipotentiary in japan, presents his credentials to the japanese emperor.
  • Nearly 58,000 cases of polio are reported in the u.s. 3,145 die and 21,269 are left with mild to disabling paralysis.
  • The nordic council agrees to the unrestricted transport of people, goods and services throughout the nordic countries.
  • The national prohibition foundation is incorporated in indiana.
  • Saynatsalo town hall in finland, designed by alvar aalto, is completed.
  • The influential multistorey residential building, unité d'habitation in marseille, france, designed by le corbusier, is completed.
  • The american embassy school of new delhi is founded.
  • The swedish paratrooper training school fallskärmsjägarna(fjs) is created.
  • Twelve-year-old jimmy boyd's record of ''i saw mommy kissing santa claus'' is released, selling 3 million records
  • Capitol wrestling corporation, the professional wrestling promotion that would later evolve into the modern day wwe is founded by jess mcmahon and toots mondt
  • During the mau mau uprising, the poisonous latex of the african milk bush was used kill cattle in an incident of biological warfare.ampref name=ampquotbiological warfareampquotamp

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December 26, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 26th 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 December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 26, 1952: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 26, 1952 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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December 26, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 26, 1952 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 26, 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 December 26, 1952 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 85% full, rising at 12:52 pm and setting at 04:02 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 01, 1952 while the next full moon would come on Dec 31, 1952.

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Who was born on December 26, 1952?


Famous people born on December 26, 1952:

  • Aki Luostarinen

    Finnish poet.

  • Cleopas Dlamini
  • Joachim Dreifke
  • Guy Goethals
  • Riki Sorsa
  • Mutabaruka
  • Manuel Marfán

Whose famous birthday is on December 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 26th:

  • Jared Leto
    Jared Leto

    American actor, singer-songwriter, director.

  • Kit Harington
    Kit Harington

    Tv actor.

  • Andy Biersack
    Andy Biersack

    Rock singer.

  • Richard Widmark
    Richard Widmark

    American actor who played a psychotic killer in the 1947 film "kiss of death".

  • Steve Allen
    Steve Allen

    American comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.

  • Shun Oguri
    Shun Oguri

    Japanese director and actor.

  • Eden Sher
    Eden Sher

    American actress best known for her role as Sue Heck on the TV series 'The Middle'.

  • Donald Moffat
    Donald Moffat

    English-american actor (d. 2018).

  • Elizabeth Kostova
    Elizabeth Kostova

    American author.

  • Caroll Spinney
    Caroll Spinney

    American puppeteer and voice actor (d. 2019).

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December 26, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 71 years 3 months old,

or 855 months and 30 days old,

or 3721 weeks and 6 days old,

or 26053 days old,

if you were born on December 26, 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 December 26, 1952?

There are 245 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 26, 1952?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 26, 1952.

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December 26, 1952: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 26, 1952:

  • Pietro Pancrazi

    Italian writer and literary critic.

What famous deaths happened on December 26th?

Famous deaths on December 26th:

  • Curtis Mayfield
    Curtis Mayfield

    Curtis mayfield was an influential funk singer known for his socially conscious lyrics and his work with the group the impressions.

  • Gerald Ford
    Gerald Ford

    American politician, lawyer, congressman, and vice-president under richard nixon, 1969, and the 38th president the united states.

  • Teena Marie
    Teena Marie

    American composer and singer (born 1956).

  • Sylva Koscina
    Sylva Koscina

    Italian actress, best known for her role in "hercules," (1958), and "hercules unchained", (1960).

  • Vincent Schiavelli
    Vincent Schiavelli

    American actor (d. 2005).

  • Jason Robards
    Jason Robards

    American actor who appeared in more than 170 films over a forty-year career.

  • Elsa Lanchester
    Elsa Lanchester

    London, england -- actress (bride of frankenstien), lewisham london.

  • Nigel Hawthorne
    Nigel Hawthorne

    He was a british actor on the stage and screen who earned admiration in his early 50s.

  • Tom Smothers
    Tom Smothers

    American comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.

  • Jack Benny
    Jack Benny

    American actor and comedian, benny was a tv, radio, and film star for many years.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 26th

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December 26, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 26, 1952:

  • The first day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
  • First day of Kwanzaa
  • Boxing Day in the Commonwealth of Nations.
  • Australia - Proclamation Day (South Australian public holiday), for the foundation of the Australian state of South Australia on December 28, 1836 but commemorated on this day.
  • Wrenboys celebrate Wren in Ireland
  • Period of Ursids meteor shower ends about this day
  • Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia - Tsunami Awareness Day/Tsunami Memorial (or Remembrance) Day
  • Mandala Pooja at Sabarimala in Kerala, India
  • First day of Junkanoo street parade in the Bahamas (the second day is on the New Year's Day)
  • Wren day in Ireland and the Isle of Man.
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December 26, 1952: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 26, 1952 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 22nd and December 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 26, 1952: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 26, 1952 was Here In My Heart by Al Martino, according to the music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.

December 26, 1952: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 26, 1952 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Here In My Heart
  2. - You Belong To Me
  3. - The Isle Of Innisfree
  4. - Comes A-Long A-Love
  5. - Feet Up

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December 26, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 26, 1952 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Redhead from Wyoming

The Redhead from Wyoming

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Lee Sholem

Starring: Maureen O'Hara, Alex Nicol, William Bishop, Robert Strauss

Angel Face

Angel Face

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Otto Preminger

Starring: Robert Mitchum, Jean Simmons, Mona Freeman, Herbert Marshall

Country: United States of America

Baiju Bawra

Baiju Bawra

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Vijay Bhatt

Starring: Meena Kumari, Bharat Bhushan, Surendra, Kuldip Kaur

Above and Beyond

Above and Beyond

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Melvin Frank, Norman Panama

Starring: Robert Taylor, Eleanor Parker, James Whitmore, Larry Keating

Eight Iron Men

Eight Iron Men

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Edward Dmytryk

Starring: Bonar Colleano, Arthur Franz, Lee Marvin, Richard Kiley

December 26, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 26, 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:

The Life of Riley

The Life of Riley

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Abby Berlin

Starring: William Bendix

Country: United States of America

Life with Elizabeth

Life with Elizabeth

Release year: 1952

Starring: Del Moore, Betty White, Jack Narz

Country: United States of America

Dangerous Assignment

Dangerous Assignment

Release year: 1952

Starring: Brian Donlevy

Country: United States of America

The Living Bible

The Living Bible

Release year: 1952

Directed by: 12 Episodes

Valentino

Valentino

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Ken Russell

December 26, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 26, 1952 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Wonderful Country by Tom Lea

The Wonderful Country

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This rare antiquarian book is a facsimile of the original. It may have marks, marginalia, and other imperfections due to its age.

The Big Change by Frederick Lewis Allen

The Big Change

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The Big Change: America transforms herself1900-1950. An impartial review of the years 1900-1950.... There's nothing quite like reading a book on the major changes in the United States.

The Sea Around Us by Rachel Carson

The Sea Around Us

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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 …

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 Silver Chalice by Thomas B. Costain

The Silver Chalice

By:

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 …

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Who was the US President on December 26, 1952?

On December 26, 1952 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 26, 1952?

On December 26, 1952 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 26, 1952?

On December 26, 1952 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about December 26th?

December 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th day of the month of December. 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 December 26th, such as:

  • 2018 - The first time they have visited a combat zone since becoming president, the unannounced visit of president donald trump and first lady melania trump to the al asad airbase in iraq was post-christmas.
  • 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention yemen: according emergency services and al masirah (houthi-owned), saudi arabian coalition air attacks killed 15 and wounded 60 people at al-shahra souq in taiz governorate.
  • 2016 - American actor george s. irving is best known as one of the final members of oklahoma's original production. at 94, heat miser, the voice of heat miser in the year without a santa claus, is dead.

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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 December 1952?

December 1952 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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 December 1952 calendar looked like.

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