What happened on Thursday September 03, 1914?

Here's what happened on September 03, 1914:

• German First Army Crosses the Marne The German First Army crosses the Marne River east of Paris, a strategic movement that prompted General Joseph-Simon Gallieni to recognize the vulnerability of the German right flank and prepare a counterattack by General Michel-Joseph Maunoury's Sixth Army.
• British and French Offensive at the Marne British Expeditionary Force and General Lanrezac's army launch an attack during the critical Battle of the Marne, a pivotal moment that would ultimately halt the German advance towards Paris.
• Battle of Grand Couronné Begins World War I: The Battle of Grand Couronné commences, with German forces launching an assault against French defensive positions on high ground near Nancy, a critical engagement in the early stages of the war.
• Pope Benedict XV Ascends to Papacy Cardinal Giacomo della Chiesa becomes Pope Benedict XV, leading the Catholic Church during the tumultuous period of World War I. He was known for his efforts to promote peace and humanitarian relief during the conflict.
• Death of Composer Albéric Magnard French composer Albéric Magnard is killed while heroically defending his estate against invading German soldiers during the early stages of World War I, symbolizing the personal sacrifices of the conflict.
• French Troops Evacuate Reims French troops strategically withdraw from the city of Reims during the early stages of World War I, reflecting the fluid and dynamic nature of military movements during the conflict.
• Birth of Dixy Lee Ray Dixy Lee Ray is born, who would later become the Governor of Washington State and serve from 1977 to 1981. She was a notable political figure known for her scientific background and controversial leadership style.
• Prince Wilhelm von Wied Leaves Albania Prince Wilhelm von Wied departs from Albania, marking the end of his brief and turbulent reign, highlighting the political instability in the Balkan region during this period.

Events in 1914

September 03, 1914: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 03, 1914

Newspapers from Sep. 03, 1914

September 03, 1914 was a Thursday and it was the 246th day of the year 1914 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 03, 1914 can also be written as 9/3/1914 in the US and as 3/9/1914 in UK and Europe.

September 03, 1914 in September 1914 calendar

Famous people born on September 03, 1914:

• Dixy Lee Ray

  Dixy Lee Ray was an American biologist, politician, and the 17th Governor of Washington State.

Famous people born in 1914

Famous people born on September 3rd

Famous people died on September 03, 1914:

• Albéric Magnard

  French composer and educator (b. 1865).

Famous people who died in 1914

Famous people who died on September 3rd

September 03, 1914: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 03, 1914 was Love Has Wings by Charles Harrison & Grace Kerns, according to the music chart for the week August 31st and September 6th.

1. Charles Harrison & Grace Kerns - Love Has Wings
2. Fred Duprez - Happy Tho' Married

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 3rd is Virgo.

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September 03, 1914: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 03, 1914 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 03, 1914 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 03, 1914 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 September 03, 1914 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 06:05 pm and setting at 05:20 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 1914 while the next full moon would come on Sep 04, 1914.

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Someone born on September 03, 1914 is:

110 years 7 months old,

or 1327 months and 20 days old,

or 5772 weeks and 6 days old,

or 40410 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 03, 1914?

There are 133 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday September 3rd 2025.

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You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on September 03, 1914.

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