What happened on Saturday March 03, 1917?

Here's what happened on March 03, 1917:

• Russian Tsar Nicholas II Abdicates Nicholas II, the last Emperor of Russia, formally abdicates the throne, marking a pivotal moment in Russian history and the end of the Romanov dynasty's 300-year rule. This event was a critical turning point in the Russian Revolution, signaling the collapse of the imperial system and paving the way for the subsequent Bolshevik takeover.
• Putilov Factory Strike Ignites Russian Revolution The first major strike of the Russian 'February Revolution' begins at the massive Putilov factory in Petrograd. Workers protest against poor working conditions and denied pay increases, sparking a broader general strike that would contribute significantly to the overthrow of the tsarist regime.
• Grand Duke Michael Declines the Throne Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich, Nicholas II's brother, briefly becomes the potential heir to the Russian throne but declines to accept the crown, effectively ending the Romanov monarchy and solidifying the Russian Revolution's momentum.
• Zimmermann Telegram Admission German Foreign Secretary Arthur Zimmermann publicly confirms the authenticity of the controversial Zimmermann Telegram, a diplomatic communication proposing a German-Mexican alliance against the United States. This admission significantly increased American public support for entering World War I.
• US Excess Profits Tax Implemented The United States Congress passes the first excess profits tax on corporations, a wartime fiscal measure designed to generate additional revenue and address economic challenges during World War I. This tax represented a significant shift in U.S. taxation policy.
• US-Mexico Diplomatic Relations Restored The United States and Mexico renew diplomatic relations in the wake of the Zimmermann Telegram controversy, marking a diplomatic reset and signaling improved bilateral relations during a tense period of international conflict.

Events in 1917

March 03, 1917: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 03, 1917

Newspapers from Mar. 03, 1917

March 03, 1917 was a Saturday and it was the 62nd day of the year 1917 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 03, 1917 can also be written as 3/3/1917 in the US and as 3/3/1917 in UK and Europe.

March 03, 1917 in March 1917 calendar

Famous people born on March 03, 1917:

• Desi Arnaz

  Famous Cuban-American musician, actor, and television producer, best known for co-starring with Lucille Ball in 'I Love Lucy'.

• Sameera Moussa

  Egyptian nuclear physicist who pioneered research on using nuclear technology for medical purposes and advocated for peaceful nuclear...

Famous people born in 1917

Famous people born on March 3rd

March 03, 1917: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 03, 1917 was Keep Your Eye on the Girlie You Love by Peerless Quartet, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.

1. Peerless Quartet - Keep Your Eye on the Girlie You Love
2. Morton Harvey - They're Wearing 'Em Higher in Hawaii
3. Victor Military Band - Katinka (Medley)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 3rd is Pisces.

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Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 03, 1917: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 03, 1917 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 03, 1917 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 03, 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 March 03, 1917 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 12:59 pm and setting at 04:08 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 07, 1917 while the next full moon would come on Mar 08, 1917.

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Someone born on March 03, 1917 is:

108 years 2 months old,

or 1298 months and 11 days old,

or 5645 weeks and 4 days old,

or 39519 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 03, 1917?

There are 293 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday March 3rd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 03, 1917?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on March 03, 1917.

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