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August 05, 1953 was the 217th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 05, 1953 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 05, 1953, who was born and died on August 05, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 05, 1953, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Roman Holiday, directed by William Wyler), TV series (e.g. The Broken Horseshoe) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 5th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 05, 1953?
- August 05, 1953: What happened on that day?
- August 05, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 05, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 05, 1953?
- August 05, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 05, 1953: What famous people died on that day?
- August 05, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 05, 1953: Number 1 song on that day
- August 05, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 05, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 05, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 05, 1953?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1953?
- Who was the Pope on August 05, 1953?
What day of the week was August 05, 1953?
August 05, 1953 was a Wednesday and it was the 217th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 05, 1953 can also be written as 8/5/1953 in the US and as 5/8/1953 in UK and Europe.
August 05, 1953: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 05, 1953:
- Operation "big switch": korean war prisoners exchanged at panmunjom.
- Operation big switch: prisoners of war are repatriated after the korean war.
August 05, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 05, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 5th, 1953 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 05, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 05, 1953 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 1953 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 August 05, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 01:40 am and setting at 06:24 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Aug 24, 1953.
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Who was born on August 05, 1953?
Famous people born on August 05, 1953:
- Gottfried Angeli
German pro-astrologer and writer.
- Rick Mahler
American baseball player and coach (d. 2005).
- Felice Casson
- Michael Doyle
- Stan Lane
- Jerzy Mazur
- Stefano Pellegrini
- Rubén Rodríguez
- András Ligeti
Whose famous birthday is on August 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 5th:
![Genelia D'Souza]()
Genelia D'SouzaGenelia d'souza is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her roles in popular movies such as 'jaane tu.
![DeRay Davis]()
DeRay DavisDeRay Davis is an American comedian and actor known for his roles in films such as 21 Bridges and Semi-Pro.
![Loni Anderson]()
Loni AndersonAmerican actress.
![John Huston]()
John HustonAmerican screenwriter, actor, and director of film.
![Maureen McCormick]()
Maureen McCormickMaureen McCormick is an American actress best known for her role as Marcia Brady on the television series 'The Brady Bunch.
![Mark Strong]()
Mark StrongMark strong is a british actor known for his roles in films such as kingsman, sherlock holmes, and tinker tailor soldier spy.
![John Saxon]()
John SaxonAmerican actor.
![Jesse Williams]()
Jesse WilliamsJesse williams is an american actor known for his role as dr.
![Kara Tointon]()
Kara TointonBritish actress recognized for her work on stage and screen.
![Jonathan Silverman]()
Jonathan SilvermanAmerican producer and actor.
August 05, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 70 years 8 months old,
or 848 months and 18 days old,
or 3689 weeks and 6 days old,
or 25829 days old,
if you were born on August 05, 1953.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 05, 1953?
There are 104 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 1953?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 05, 1953.
August 05, 1953: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 05, 1953:
- Marthella Schlegel
Notable author of several acclaimed novels.
- Sven Johansson
What famous deaths happened on August 5th?
Famous deaths on August 5th:
![Marilyn Monroe]()
Marilyn MonroeAmerican actress, singer, model and actress.
![Richard Burton]()
Richard BurtonBrilliant and famous welsh actor.
![Alec Guinness]()
Alec GuinnessBritish actor, born in the 1930s.
![Carmen Miranda]()
Carmen MirandaPortuguese-american actress, known as "the brazilian bombshell", is flamboyant and a magnet for people.
![Judy Canova]()
Judy CanovaAmerican actress and comedian (b. 1913).
![Queenie Smith]()
Queenie SmithActress/dancer (funny side), passes away at the age of 79.
![Charles Carson]()
Charles CarsonActor, "cry the beloved land", dies at 87.
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August 05, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 05, 1953:
- St. Memmius
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Oswald
- St. Afra and her companions
- Burkina Faso - Independence Day
- Croatia - Victory Day and National Thanksgiving Day
August 05, 1953: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 05, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 3rd and August 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 05, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 1953 was I Believe by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.
August 05, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 05, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 3rd and August 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Frankie Laine - I Believe
- Mantovani - The Song From The Moulin Rouge
- Frank Chacksfield - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')
- Eddie Fisher With Sally Sweetland - I'm Walking Behind You
- Ron Goodwin - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')
August 05, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 05, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Roman Holiday
Release year: 1953
Directed by: William Wyler
Starring: Gregory Peck, Audrey Hepburn, Eddie Albert, Hartley Power
Country: United States of America
99 River Street
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Phil Karlson
Starring: John Payne, Evelyn Keyes, Brad Dexter, Frank Faylen
Big Leaguer
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Robert Aldrich
Starring: Edward G. Robinson, Vera-Ellen, Jeff Richards, Richard Jaeckel
Inferno
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Roy Ward Baker
Starring: Robert Ryan, Rhonda Fleming, William Lundigan, Larry Keating
The Affairs of Dobie Gillis
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Don Weis
Starring: Debbie Reynolds, Bobby Van, Barbara Ruick, Bob Fosse
August 05, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 05, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The Broken Horseshoe
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Martyn C. Webster
It's a Small World
Release year: 1953
Segundos Fatais
Release year: 1953
Youth Takes a Stand
Release year: 1953
Fox 2
Release year: 1953
August 05, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 05, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
In The Wet
By: Nevil Shute
It's the dry season in Australia's outback. A drunk and delirious ex-pilot, known as "Pisspot Stevie", lies in death in a remote cabin of the Queensland bush.
The Silver Chalice
By: Thomas B. Costain
This exciting novel is the latest in the Christian Epic series. It takes place just after Christ's resurrection and death. Basil is commissioned to design the case that will house the silver cup Christ and His disciples drank out of …
North From Malaya
By: William O. Douglas
Associate justice of the Supreme Court, the author was a mountaineer, traveler, and political commentator. He presents a practical master plan for an Asia free from all forms of oppression in this analysis.
Who was the US President on August 05, 1953?
On August 05, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1953?
On August 05, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 05, 1953?
On August 05, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about August 5th?
August 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on August 5th, such as:
- 2018 - Three czech soldiers are killed by a taliban suicide bomber in afghanistan during the war in afghanistan (2001 to present). the bombing also leaves two u.s. soldiers and two afghan soldiers with serious injuries.
- 2017 - 2017 v-22 osprey accident: three marine corps members are missing following a mv-22 osprey collision off the coast of queensland, australia. twenty-three of the 26 people aboard have been rescued. (ap),
- 2016 - 2016 assam attacks: gunmen open fire on a assam market, india. 13 people are killed and 18 are injured.
What happened in 1953?
1953 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
- WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
- NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak
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What was the calendar for August 1953?
August 1953 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
