What happened on Monday February 05, 1934?

About February 5th, 1934, in brief:

  • Historical events: Intense rioting erupted in the streets of New York during a cab driver strike, with strikers engaging in violent confrontations with police and setting independent cabs ablaze. The incident underscored the labor tensions and economic struggles of the Great Depression era.
  • Day of the week: February 5th, 1934 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: The Lost Patrol directed by John Ford

More about February 5th, 1934? See below for more news and curiosities on February 5th, 1934.

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February 05, 1934: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 05, 1934:

  • New York Cab Driver Strike Turns Violent Intense rioting erupted in the streets of New York during a cab driver strike, with strikers engaging in violent confrontations with police and setting independent cabs ablaze. The incident underscored the labor tensions and economic struggles of the Great Depression era.
  • French Veterans Riot in Paris Mounted French troops violently clashed with thousands of angry war veterans in Paris, who were enraged by the removal of popular police prefect Jean Chiappe. The confrontation highlighted the political tensions and social unrest in France during the early 1930s.
  • Salvador Dalí Tried by Surrealists The Surrealist group, led by André Breton, conducted a symbolic 'trial' of Salvador Dalí, criticizing his controversial fascination with Hitler and questioning the political implications of his artistic work. This event reflects the complex political and artistic dynamics within the Surrealist movement.
  • Don Cherry Born Don Cherry, a legendary Canadian NHL Hockey player and coach, and long-time commentator for CBC's Hockey Night in Canada, was born on this date. Cherry would become one of the most recognizable and controversial personalities in Canadian sports broadcasting.
  • Lord Ashley Files Divorce Lord Ashley initiated divorce proceedings against his wife Sylvia, naming Hollywood actor Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. as a co-respondent. This high-profile divorce case likely attracted significant media attention during the era.

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February 05, 1934: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE Magazine

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What day of the week was February 05, 1934?


February 05, 1934 was a Monday and it was the 36th day of the year 1934 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 05, 1934 can also be written as 2/5/1934 in the US and as 5/2/1934 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on February 05, 1934?


Famous people born on February 05, 1934:

  • Hank Aaron

    Legendary African American baseball player who broke Babe Ruth's home run record and became a symbol of racial progress in sports.

  • Don Cherry

    Iconic Canadian ice hockey commentator and former coach known for his flamboyant style and outspoken personality.

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February 05, 1934: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 05, 1934:

  • William Morris Davis

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February 05, 1934: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 5th is Aquarius.

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February 05, 1934: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 05, 1934 is Dog and the associated element is Wood.

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February 05, 1934: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 05, 1934 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 05, 1934 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 February 05, 1934 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 58% full, rising at 10:36 pm and setting at 09:55 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 30, 1934 while the next full moon would come on Mar 01, 1934.

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How old is someone born on February 05, 1934?


Someone born on February 05, 1934 is:

91 years 2 months old,

or 1094 months and 18 days old,

or 4759 weeks and 2 days old,

or 33315 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 05, 1934?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 05, 1934?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on February 05, 1934.

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