What happened on Thursday July 04, 1918?

Here's what happened on July 04, 1918:

• Execution of Tsar Nicholas II and the Romanov Family On July 4, 1918 (Julian calendar), the Bolsheviks executed Tsar Nicholas II, his wife Alexandra, and their children, marking a brutal end to the Romanov dynasty's 300-year rule in Russia. This event symbolized the final collapse of the Russian Imperial system and the consolidation of Bolshevik power during the Russian Revolution.
• Battle of Hamel - A Tactical Masterpiece in World War I On July 4, 1918, the Australian Corps, under the command of Lieutenant General John Monash, executed a meticulously planned attack against German positions near Le Hamel on the Western Front. This battle is considered one of the most strategically prepared engagements of World War I. The Australian forces demonstrated exceptional tactical coordination, resulting in a decisive victory with minimal casualties: 1,400 Australian soldiers compared to 2,000 German casualties and 1,600 German prisoners.
• Ottoman Sultanate Transition Mehmed V passed away at the age of 73, and his brother Mehmed VI ascended to the Ottoman throne, marking a significant moment in the declining years of the Ottoman Empire during World War I.
• Birth of Taufa'ahau Tupou IV Taufa'ahau Tupou IV was born, who would later become the King of Tonga, ruling from 1965 to 2006. He was a significant figure in Tongan modern history, leading the country through its transition to a more modern constitutional monarchy.
• Birth of Ann Landers Ann Landers, a renowned advice columnist, was born. She became a prominent media personality, offering guidance and wisdom to millions through her syndicated newspaper column until her death in 2002.
• Curtiss Wasp Airplane's First Flight The Curtiss Wasp airplane made its inaugural flight, contributing to the rapid technological advancements in aviation during the early 20th century.
• U.S. Army Artillery Regiment Establishment The United States Army established the 30th and 42nd field artillery regiments at Fort Monroe, Virginia, expanding its military infrastructure during World War I.
• Stonehenge Replica Dedication A full-scale replica of Stonehenge was dedicated at Maryhill, Washington, creating an intriguing architectural homage to the ancient British monument.

Events in 1918

July 04, 1918: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 04, 1918

Newspapers from Jul. 04, 1918

July 04, 1918 was a Thursday and it was the 185th day of the year 1918 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 04, 1918 can also be written as 7/4/1918 in the US and as 4/7/1918 in UK and Europe.

July 04, 1918 in July 1918 calendar

Famous people born on July 04, 1918:

• Pauline Phillips

  Famous advice columnist known professionally as 'Dear Abby', who provided guidance and wisdom to millions of readers through her syndicated...

• Alec Bedser

  Renowned English cricketer who was a prominent bowler during the mid-20th century and played a significant role in post-war cricket.

• Eppie Lederer

  American journalist and radio host best known for her advice column 'Ask Ann Landers', which provided guidance to millions.

• Ann Landers
• Abigail van Buren
• Taufa'ahau Tupou IV

Famous people born in 1918

Famous people born on July 4th

Famous people died on July 04, 1918:

• Sebastiano Martinelli
• Walter Stradling
• Charles Wolf

Famous people who died in 1918

Famous people who died on July 4th

July 04, 1918: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 04, 1918 was Liberty Forever! by Victor Military Band, according to the music chart for the week July 1st and July 7th.

1. Victor Military Band - Liberty Forever!
2. Reinald Werrenrath - Lafayette (We Hear You Calling)
3. Henry Burr - Three Wonderful Letters from Home

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 4th is Cancer.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 04, 1918: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 04, 1918 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 04, 1918 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 04, 1918 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 July 04, 1918 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 02:00 am and setting at 06:14 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 24, 1918 while the next full moon would come on Jul 23, 1918.

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Your place in the Universe on July 04, 1918

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Someone born on July 04, 1918 is:

106 years 9 months old,

or 1281 months and 19 days old,

or 5572 weeks and 6 days old,

or 39010 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 04, 1918?

There are 72 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday July 4th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 04, 1918?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on July 04, 1918.

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