What happened on Monday October 02, 1911?

Here's what happened on October 02, 1911:

• Battle of Gonzales: First Military Engagement of Texas War of Independence On October 2, 1911, the Battle of Gonzales marked the first military confrontation of the Texas War of Independence. Texas rebels engaged Mexican troops in a pivotal moment that would ultimately lead to Texas gaining independence from Mexico. This skirmish symbolized the growing tensions and resistance of Texan settlers against Mexican control.
• Founding of East Tennessee State Normal School On October 2, 1911, East Tennessee State Normal School commenced operations in Johnson City, Tennessee. The institution began with a modest enrollment of 29 students, marking the start of what would eventually become East Tennessee State University. This event represents an important milestone in the educational development of the region.
• Maritime Tragedy: Sinking of the Steamer Hatfield A tragic maritime disaster occurred on October 2, 1911, when the steamer Hatfield collided with another vessel, the Glasgow, in the North Sea. The catastrophic accident resulted in the drowning of all 20 crew members, highlighting the dangerous conditions of maritime transportation during the early 20th century.

Events in 1911

October 02, 1911: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 02, 1911

Newspapers from Oct. 02, 1911

October 02, 1911 was a Monday and it was the 275th day of the year 1911 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 02, 1911 can also be written as 10/2/1911 in the US and as 2/10/1911 in UK and Europe.

October 02, 1911 in October 1911 calendar

Famous people born on October 02, 1911:

• Jack Finney

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Famous people born in 1911

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October 02, 1911: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 02, 1911 was Dance of the Grizzly Bear by American Quartet, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.

1. American Quartet - Dance of the Grizzly Bear

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 2nd is Libra.

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October 02, 1911: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 02, 1911 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 02, 1911 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 02, 1911 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 October 02, 1911 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 03:19 pm and setting at 12:40 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 08, 1911 while the next full moon would come on Oct 08, 1911.

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Your place in the Universe on October 02, 1911

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Someone born on October 02, 1911 is:

113 years 8 months old,

or 1364 months and 4 days old,

or 5931 weeks and 4 days old,

or 41521 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 02, 1911?

There are 118 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 2nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 02, 1911?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on October 02, 1911.

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