What happened on Saturday January 05, 1918?

Here's what happened on January 05, 1918:

• Precursor to Nazi Party Founded The Free Committee for a German Workers Peace was established, which would eventually evolve into the Nazi Party. This early formation marked a critical moment in the political transformation of Germany during the post-World War I period.
• Lloyd George's Peace Proposal during World War I British Prime Minister David Lloyd George made a significant diplomatic statement demanding a unified peace approach during the ongoing World War I, reflecting the growing war fatigue and desire for conflict resolution.
• Devastating Fire at Imperial German Navy Airship Base A catastrophic fire caused by a series of explosions destroyed four hangars and five airships at the Imperial German Navy airship base in Tondern, Denmark. The incident resulted in 4 civilian worker and 10 naval personnel fatalities, with 134 additional injuries, significantly impacting Germany's naval aviation capabilities.
• Establishment of the 8th Infantry Division The United States Army officially established the 8th Infantry Division, nicknamed the 'Pathfinder' Division. This new military unit would play a significant role in future military operations and training.
• New York City Subway System Expansion The New York City Subway system expanded its BMT Broadway Line, adding several important stations including City Hall, Cortlandt Street, Rector Street, 23rd Street, and 28th Street, improving urban transportation infrastructure.
• Birth of Jeanne Dixon, Renowned Psychic Jeanne Dixon, a famous American psychic known for her 'Gift of Prophecy', was born in Medford, Wisconsin. She would later become widely known for her predictions and astrological insights.

Events in 1918

January 05, 1918: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 05, 1918

Newspapers from Jan. 05, 1918

January 05, 1918 was a Saturday and it was the 5th day of the year 1918 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 05, 1918 can also be written as 1/5/1918 in the US and as 5/1/1918 in UK and Europe.

January 05, 1918 in January 1918 calendar

Famous people died on January 05, 1918:

• Lucien Lizé

Famous people who died in 1918

Famous people who died on January 5th

January 05, 1918: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 05, 1918 was Sailin' Away On the Henry Clay by Victor Military Band, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.

1. Victor Military Band - Sailin' Away On the Henry Clay
2. Prince's Orchestra - Over There
3. Peerless Quartet - I Don't Know Where I'm Going But I'm On My Way

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 5th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 05, 1918: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 05, 1918 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 05, 1918 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 05, 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 January 05, 1918 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 38% full, rising at 12:03 am and setting at 11:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 28, 1917 while the next full moon would come on Jan 27, 1918.

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Your place in the Universe on January 05, 1918

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Someone born on January 05, 1918 is:

107 years 2 months old,

or 1286 months and 23 days old,

or 5594 weeks and 6 days old,

or 39164 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 05, 1918?

There are 283 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 5th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 05, 1918?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on January 05, 1918.

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