What happened on Tuesday May 01, 1917?

Here's what happened on May 01, 1917:

• Massive Anti-War Protest in Petrograd Over 100,000 Bolshevik-organized protesters gathered in Petrograd to demonstrate against the Russian Provisional Government's commitment to continue fighting in World War I. This massive protest, led by Pavel Milyukov's opposition, was a pivotal moment in the Russian Revolution.
• Venustiano Carranza Inaugurated as Mexican President Venustiano Carranza was officially inaugurated as the 37th President of Mexico, marking a significant moment in the Mexican Revolution. Carranza, a key revolutionary leader, would play a crucial role in shaping Mexico's political landscape during this tumultuous period.
• Death of José Enrique Rodó, Uruguayan Literary Figure José Enrique Rodó, a prominent Uruguayan writer known for his influential work 'Motivos de Proteo', passed away on this date. Rodó was a key intellectual of Latin American modernism, whose writings significantly impacted cultural and philosophical discourse in the region.
• Pope Benedict's Ecclesiastical Reforms Pope Benedict issued a *motu proprio* that established the Congregation for the Oriental Churches and the Pontifical Oriental Institute, signifying an important moment of ecclesiastical reorganization and engagement with Eastern Christian traditions.
• Riots in Lombardy, Italy Civil unrest erupted in Milan and other towns across the Lombardy region of Italy, reflecting the social tensions and economic hardships of the World War I era.
• Nayarit Becomes a Mexican State Nayarit was officially admitted as a state of Mexico, completing the territorial consolidation of the Mexican federation. This marked the end of its territorial status and its full integration into the national political system.
• Sinking of German Submarine SM U-81 The German submarine SM U-81 was torpedoed and sunk in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Ireland, resulting in the loss of 31 crew members. This incident highlights the intense naval warfare during World War I.

Events in 1917

May 01, 1917: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 01, 1917

Newspapers from May. 01, 1917

May 01, 1917 was a Tuesday and it was the 121st day of the year 1917 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 1917 can also be written as 5/1/1917 in the US and as 1/5/1917 in UK and Europe.

May 01, 1917 in May 1917 calendar

Famous people born on May 01, 1917:

• Danielle Darrieux

  Renowned French actress who was a prominent screen star from 1930, surviving World War II as a resistance figure.

• Jack Paar

  Pioneering American television host who significantly influenced late-night talk show format from 1957-1962.

• Aimé Barelli

  Versatile French musician known for his skills as a composer, pianist, singer, and jazz trumpeter.

• Serge Silberman

Famous people born in 1917

Famous people born on May 1st

Famous people died on May 01, 1917:

• Julian Ochorowicz
• José Enrique Rodó

Famous people who died in 1917

Famous people who died on May 1st

May 01, 1917: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 01, 1917 was Chanson De Juin (Song of June) by Enrico Caruso, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

1. Enrico Caruso - Chanson De Juin (Song of June)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 1st is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 01, 1917: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 1917 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 01, 1917 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 1917 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 May 01, 1917 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 01:38 pm and setting at 02:20 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 07, 1917 while the next full moon would come on May 07, 1917.

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Your place in the Universe on May 01, 1917

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Someone born on May 01, 1917 is:

108 years and 13 days old,

or 1296 months and 13 days old,

or 5637 weeks and 1 day old,

or 39460 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 01, 1917?

There are 352 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 01, 1917?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on May 01, 1917.

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