Saturday February 28, 1953: on this day

February 28, 1953 was the 59th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is February 28, 1953 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 28, 1953, who was born and died on February 28, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 28, 1953, which were the most popular songs (ex. No Help Wanted by Rusty Draper), movies (e.g. Lili, directed by Charles Walters), TV series (e.g. Commando Cody: Sky Marshal Of The Universe) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 28th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 28, 1953?


February 28, 1953 was a Saturday and it was the 59th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 28, 1953 can also be written as 2/28/1953 in the US and as 28/2/1953 in UK and Europe.

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February 28, 1953: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 28, 1953:

  • Stalin meets with beria, bulganin, khrushchev and malenkov
  • James d. watson and francis crick announce to friends that they have determined the chemical structure of dna; the formal announcement takes place on april 25 following publication in april's nature (pub. april 2).

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February 28, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 28, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on February 28th, 1953 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 28, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 28, 1953 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 1953 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 February 28, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 05:54 pm and setting at 06:37 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 29, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Mar 30, 1953.

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Who was born on February 28, 1953?


Famous people born on February 28, 1953:

  • Paul Krugman
    Paul Krugman

    American economist and nobel prize winner in academic economics.

  • Fareeda Khanum

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.

  • Galdino Samperio

    Mexican sculptor recognized for his innovative use of materials and forms.

  • Ingo Hoffman

    Brazilian race car driver for emerson fittipaldi.

  • Ricky Steamboat

    American professional wrestler.

  • Ricky "Dragon" Steamboat [Richard Blood]

    Wrestler (nwa/wwf/wcw/awa).

  • Irina di Romania
  • Giovanni Francesco Ugolini
  • Osmo Vänskä
  • Torbjørn Glomnes
  • Sunny Gouder
  • Levir Culpi
  • Roberto Di Caro
  • José Higueras
  • Dianne Lake

Whose famous birthday is on February 28th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 28th:

  • Bernadette Peters
    Bernadette Peters

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Natalia Vodianova
    Natalia Vodianova

    Model and actress from russia-french.

  • Stephanie Beacham
    Stephanie Beacham

    Stephanie beacham is an english actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dynasty' and 'the colbys'.

  • Gilbert Gottfried
    Gilbert Gottfried

    Gilbert gottfried is a comedian known for his distinctive voice and raunchy humor, as well as for his roles in movies like aladdin and...

  • Dorothy Stratten
    Dorothy Stratten

    Canadian model, playboy’s playmate of 1980 and star in three movies.

  • Mario Andretti
    Mario Andretti

    Aldo, an italian-american auto racing driver, is his twin brother.

  • Svetlana Alliluyeva
    Svetlana Alliluyeva

    Russian-american writer and educator (d.2011).

  • Rae Dawn Chong
    Rae Dawn Chong

    Canadian actress.

  • Mercedes Ruehl
    Mercedes Ruehl

    American actress.

  • Vincente Minnelli
    Vincente Minnelli

    American film director, died in los angeles at the age of 76 (b. 1903).

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February 28, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 71 years 1 month old,

or 853 months and 1 day old,

or 3708 weeks and 6 days old,

or 25962 days old,

if you were born on February 28, 1953.

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 February 28, 1953?

There are 336 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 28, 1953.

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February 28, 1953: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 28, 1953:

  • Jim Thorpe
    Jim Thorpe

    American professional athlete who won awards for over seven events: the 100 meter dash and the 1500 meter run, as well as the broad jump,...

  • Valentine de Saint-Point

    Valentine de Saint-Point was a French artist known for her contributions to the Futurist movement.

  • Emilio Veggetti
  • Hellmuth Becker
  • Eleazar Sukenik

What famous deaths happened on February 28th?

Famous deaths on February 28th:

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Ruby Keeler
    Ruby Keeler

    Canadian-american actress and dancer.

  • Mary Stuart
    Mary Stuart

    American actress and singer (b. 1926).

  • Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
    Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson

    American actor (born in 1905).

  • Anny Ondra
    Anny Ondra

    Actress (blackmail) dies at 83.

  • Henry Luce

    American publisher, born in china.

  • Aleja Fernandez

    Aleja Fernandez was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and its applications in...

  • Owen Chamberlain

    American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize in physics on 10/26/1959 with dr.

  • Thedora Kallikrates

    Renowned poet known for her lyrical verses.

  • Nussen Hoffman

    Renowned painter known for his abstract art.

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February 28, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 28, 1953:

  • Blessed Antonia of Florence (d. 1472)

Saints celebrated on February 28, 1953:

  • Saint Silvana
  • Saint Rufinus
  • Saint Oswald (d. 992)
  • Saint Romanus (died 463)
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February 28, 1953: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 28, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 23rd and March 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 28, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1953 was No Help Wanted by Rusty Draper, according to the music chart for the week February 23rd and March 1st.

February 28, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 28, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 23rd and March 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - No Help Wanted

February 28, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1953 was Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes by Perry Como & The Ramblers, according to the music chart for the week February 23rd and March 1st.

February 28, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 28, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 23rd and March 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes
  2. - Outside Of Heaven
  3. - Because You're Mine
  4. - Comes A-Long A-Love
  5. - She Wears Red Feathers

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February 28, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 28, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lili

Lili

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Charles Walters

Starring: Leslie Caron, Mel Ferrer, Jean-Pierre Aumont, Zsa Zsa Gabor

Country: United States of America

The Sun Shines Bright

The Sun Shines Bright

Release year: 1953

Directed by: John Ford

Starring: Charles Winninger, Arleen Whelan, John Russell, Stepin Fetchit

She's Back on Broadway

She's Back on Broadway

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Virginia Mayo, Gene Nelson, Frank Lovejoy, Steve Cochran

Confidentially Connie

Confidentially Connie

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Edward Buzzell

Starring: Van Johnson, Janet Leigh, Louis Calhern, Walter Slezak

The Titfield Thunderbolt

The Titfield Thunderbolt

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Charles Crichton

Starring: Stanley Holloway, George Relph, Naunton Wayne, John Gregson

February 28, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 28, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Fred C. Brannon

Face the Music

Face the Music

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Carol Wiseman

Valentino

Valentino

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Ken Russell

The Big Idea

The Big Idea

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Matt Thompson

The Life of Riley

The Life of Riley

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Abby Berlin

Starring: William Bendix

Country: United States of America

February 28, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 28, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Many-Splendored Thing by Han Suyin

A Many-Splendored Thing

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From forward: This book is about post-war Asia, which has been reshaped by incredible, radical changes. Her vivid photographs of Hong Kong are a striking feature.

The Magic Lantern by Robert Carson

The Magic Lantern

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".an old-fashioned novel in its best sense. It's rich and flavorful, compelling and captivating, and tells the story of a number of real people whose motivations, and characteristics, grow.

The Velvet Doublet by James Street

The Velvet Doublet

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This First Edition BCE biography about Christopher Columbus was published by Doubleday in 1953. It measures 8 1/2 by 5 1/2 inches. With 317 deckle-edged pages.

The Sojourner by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

The Sojourner

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Rawlings' last novel, The Sojourner, is about a man's life and relationship with his family. It tells the story of a mother who chooses her first-born son over her second.

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.

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Who was the US President on February 28, 1953?

On February 28, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1953?

On February 28, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 28, 1953?

On February 28, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 28th?

February 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th day of the month of February. 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 February 28th, such as:

  • 2019 - 28 february 2019, mogadishu bombings: 29 were killed in three bomb blasts and a siege that lasted until march 1.
  • 2018 - Kivu conflict: 23 people have been killed in clashes between militias within the rutshuru territory, north kivu, dr congo. since february 25, violence has rekindled.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). twelve afghan national police officers are killed in an "infiltration attack" by taliban in the southern helmand province.

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What happened in 1953?

1953 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
  • WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
  • NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak

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What was the calendar for February 1953?

February 1953 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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