What happened on Friday May 01, 1931?

About May 1st, 1931, in brief:

  • Historical events: The iconic Empire State Building was officially inaugurated in New York City, marking a significant milestone in architectural and engineering history. Standing at 1,250 feet with 102 stories, it became the world's tallest skyscraper, symbolizing American technological prowess and ambition during the Great Depression era.
  • Day of the week: May 1st, 1931 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • Popular movie: The World's End directed by Edgar Wright

More about May 1st, 1931? See below for more news and curiosities on May 1st, 1931.

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May 01, 1931: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 01, 1931:

  • Empire State Building Opens in New York City The iconic Empire State Building was officially inaugurated in New York City, marking a significant milestone in architectural and engineering history. Standing at 1,250 feet with 102 stories, it became the world's tallest skyscraper, symbolizing American technological prowess and ambition during the Great Depression era.
  • Kate Smith Begins Radio Program Renowned singer Kate Smith launched her long-running radio program on CBS, marking the beginning of a significant broadcasting career that would influence American popular music and entertainment.
  • Norway Claims Peter I Island Norway officially claimed Peter I Island, a volcanic, mostly ice-covered island located in the Bellingshausen Sea, West Antarctica. This territorial claim expanded Norway's polar exploration and geopolitical presence in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • The Millionaire Film Released The comedy film *The Millionaire*, starring George Arliss, was released, contributing to the entertainment landscape of early 1930s cinema.
  • Maya Belenkaya Born Maya Belenkaya, a notable Soviet figure skater, was born in Leningrad (now St. Petersburg), who would later contribute to the Soviet Union's sporting achievements.

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May 01, 1931: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was May 01, 1931?


May 01, 1931 was a Friday and it was the 121st day of the year 1931 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 1931 can also be written as 5/1/1931 in the US and as 1/5/1931 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 01, 1931?


Famous people born on May 01, 1931:

  • Olivier O Olivier
  • Ira Sullivan
  • Gérald Genta

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May 01, 1931: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 01, 1931:

  • Thomas Cooper Gotch

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May 01, 1931: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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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, 1931: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 1931 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

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May 01, 1931: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 01, 1931 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 1931 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, 1931 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:35 pm and setting at 05:52 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 02, 1931 while the next full moon would come on May 02, 1931.

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How old is someone born on May 01, 1931?


Someone born on May 01, 1931 is:

93 years 11 months old,

or 1127 months and 22 days old,

or 4903 weeks and 5 days old,

or 34326 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 01, 1931?

There are 8 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 1st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 01, 1931?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 01, 1931.

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