Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on January 1st, 1926 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for January 01, 1926What happened on Friday, January 1, 1926?
About January 1st, 1926, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 1, 1926, Turkey officially adopted the Gregorian calendar, replacing the Islamic calendar. This change was part of a series of reforms aimed at modernizing the country.
- Day of the week: January 1st, 1926 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
More about January 1st, 1926? See below for more news and curiosities on January 1st, 1926.
A meaningful gift for someone born on January 1, 1926
Turn 1926 into a personalized nostalgia gift
The personalized 1926 nostalgia year poster is a beautifully researched snapshot of the books, songs and movies that shaped 1926.
- Best-selling books from 1926
- Popular songs from 1926
- Popular movies from 1926
$9.90 · Personalized digital poster delivered instantly by email
Create a 1926 year posterWant the exact date instead? Create a January 1, 1926 poster
See our satisfaction and refund policy.
Real poster exampleTable of contents
- January 01, 1926: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was January 01, 1926?
- Who was born on January 01, 1926?
- January 01, 1926: What famous people died on that day?
- January 01, 1926: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- January 01, 1926: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on January 01, 1926?
- Back in 1926
January 01, 1926: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on January 01, 1926:
- Turkey adopts Gregorian calendar On January 1, 1926, Turkey officially adopted the Gregorian calendar, replacing the Islamic calendar. This change was part of a series of reforms aimed at modernizing the country. source: britannica.com
- First television image transmission On January 1, 1926, John Logie Baird successfully transmitted the first television image. This groundbreaking achievement marked a pivotal moment in the development of television technology. source: bbc.co.uk
- Ireland's first regular radio service On January 1, 1926, Ireland launched its first regular radio service, marking a significant development in the country's media landscape. This service allowed for broader communication and entertainment access. source: bbc.co.uk
- Massive Rhine River Flooding A catastrophic flood in Cologne, Germany forced approximately 50,000 residents to evacuate their homes, causing significant disruption and potential property damage.
- Rhine River Flood in Cologne DUPE
- 1926 Rose Bowl Championship The Alabama Crimson Tide secured a thrilling 20-19 victory over the Washington Huskies in the 1926 Rose Bowl, demonstrating exceptional collegiate football performance.
January 01, 1926: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
LIFE magazines from January 1926
Looking for other vintage memories?Look at our old newspapers and magazines page
What day of the week was January 01, 1926?
January 01, 1926 was a Friday and it was the 1st day of the year 1926 in the Gregorian calendar.
January 01, 1926 can also be written as 1/1/1926 in the US and as 1/1/1926 in UK and Europe.
Who was born on January 01, 1926?
Famous people born on January 01, 1926:
![Claudio Villa]()
Claudio VillaClaudio Villa was an acclaimed Italian singer known for his powerful tenor voice and popular Italian songs. He was one of the most beloved and successful Italian singers of the 20th century, with a career spanning several decades and numerous hit records. [bio]
![Michel Ameller]()
Michel Ameller
January 01, 1926: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on January 01, 1926:
![Emilio Stramucci]()
Emilio Stramucci![Jean-Auguste Brutails]()
Jean-Auguste Brutails
January 01, 1926: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.
Discover the zodiac sign and horoscope for any day in the past.
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 January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.
Discover the personality of January born.
Unlock the Mysteries of January 01, 1926! Claim Your Free Numerology Report!
January 01, 1926: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1926 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.
Discover the Ox personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthJanuary 01, 1926: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on January 01, 1926 was Waning gibbous.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 1926 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 January 01, 1926 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 07:07 pm and setting at 09:42 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 30, 1925 while the next full moon would come on Jan 28, 1926.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign Now!
Your place in the Universe on January 01, 1926
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your Star Map Now!How old is someone born on January 01, 1926?
Someone born on January 01, 1926 is:
100 years 7 months old,
or 1207 months and 5 days old,
or 5248 weeks and 6 days old,
or 36742 days old,
Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
Use our How old am I? Calculator to know the age of a person today or use the Age Calculator to determine the interval between two dates.
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 1926?
There are 148 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 1st 2027.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1926?
You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on January 01, 1926.
Discover what generation people belong to with our generation calculator.
Back in 1926
Why 1926 makes a meaningful nostalgia gift
For someone born on January 1, 1926, a 1926 nostalgia poster turns a familiar date into a visual account of the world they arrived in.
The history attached to January 1, 1926 includes Turkey adopts Gregorian calendar, giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.
Cinema from the world of January 1, 1926 included The Son of the Sheik, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.
January 1, 1926 is also shared with notable birthdays such as Claudio Villa, making the date feel connected to a wider story.
Together, those details make January 1, 1926 more than an answer to a history question: they provide the personal starting point for a gift rooted in the recipient's own date.
Because the poster is delivered digitally and personalized around 1926, it can become a birthday surprise, milestone keepsake, or printable reminder of the era connected to January 1, 1926.
The 1926 poster brings together verified books, songs, and movies, creating a personal digital keepsake for birthdays and milestone celebrations tied to January 1, 1926.
Explore the fuller story in our 1926 history guide, or see the 1926 poster gift page. You can also compare ideas in our birth-year poster guide.
Make 1926 part of their celebration
A personalized digital nostalgia gift, ready to order for someone connected to January 1, 1926.
