What happened on Monday February 08, 1904?

About February 8th, 1904, in brief:

  • Historical events: Japanese naval forces launched a surprise torpedo attack against the Russian-controlled Port Arthur (Lüshun) in Manchuria, initiating the Russo-Japanese War. This strategic strike severely damaged the Imperial Russian Navy and set the tone for the conflict.
  • Day of the week: February 8th, 1904 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: The Girl You Love by Harry Macdonough
  • Popular movie: The Three Musketeers directed by Georgi Yungvald-Khilkevich

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February 08, 1904: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 08, 1904:

  • Japanese Surprise Attack on Port Arthur Japanese naval forces launched a surprise torpedo attack against the Russian-controlled Port Arthur (Lüshun) in Manchuria, initiating the Russo-Japanese War. This strategic strike severely damaged the Imperial Russian Navy and set the tone for the conflict.
  • Outbreak of Russo-Japanese War On February 8, 1904, hostilities commenced between Russia and Japan, marking the beginning of the Russo-Japanese War. This conflict would become a significant geopolitical event that challenged European colonial assumptions and demonstrated Japan's emerging military power.
  • Dutch Military Campaign in Northern Sumatra The Dutch Colonial Army's Marechaussee regiment, led by General G.C.E. van Daalen, conducted a military campaign in Northern Sumatra, resulting in the tragic deaths of thousands of civilians. This operation exemplified the brutal colonial military strategies of the early 20th century.
  • Igor' Fyodorovich Belza - Composer Igor' Fyodorovich Belza, a notable composer, was born or recognized on this date. While specific details are limited in the provided context, he likely contributed to the musical landscape of his time.

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February 08, 1904: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was February 08, 1904?


February 08, 1904 was a Monday and it was the 39th day of the year 1904 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 08, 1904 can also be written as 2/8/1904 in the US and as 8/2/1904 in UK and Europe.

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February 08, 1904: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 08, 1904 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 8th and February 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

February 08, 1904: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 08, 1904 was The Girl You Love by Harry Macdonough, according to the music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

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February 08, 1904: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 8th is Aquarius.

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February 08, 1904: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 08, 1904 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.

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February 08, 1904: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 08, 1904 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 08, 1904 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 08, 1904 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 12:32 am and setting at 11:58 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 01, 1904 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1904.

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How old is someone born on February 08, 1904?


Someone born on February 08, 1904 is:

121 years 2 months old,

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