What happened on Saturday June 08, 1918?

Here's what happened on June 08, 1918:

• German Caucasus Expedition During World War I, a German military force of 3,000 soldiers was dispatched to the strategic port city of Poti, Georgia, to provide support for Ottoman forces. This military movement highlighted the complex geopolitical dynamics of the Caucasus region during the conflict.
• Total Solar Eclipse of 1918 A total solar eclipse occurred at the Moon's descending node of orbit between Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9, 1918. The eclipse had a precise magnitude of 1.0292, representing a significant astronomical event with potential scientific importance.
• Nova Aquila Discovery A remarkable astronomical event occurred with the discovery of Nova Aquila, which was noted as the brightest nova observed since Kepler's historic nova of 1604. This celestial phenomenon represented a significant moment in astronomical observation and understanding of stellar dynamics.
• Solar Eclipse Observation in Oregon The United States Navy commissioned a scientific and artistic team to observe a solar eclipse at Baker City, Oregon. This coordinated effort demonstrated the military's interest in scientific research and astronomical documentation during the World War I era.

Events in 1918

June 08, 1918: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 08, 1918

Newspapers from Jun. 08, 1918

June 08, 1918 was a Saturday and it was the 159th day of the year 1918 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 08, 1918 can also be written as 6/8/1918 in the US and as 8/6/1918 in UK and Europe.

June 08, 1918 in June 1918 calendar

Famous people born on June 08, 1918:

• Robert Preston

  Renowned American actor known for his versatility and charm, Robert Preston had a distinguished film career spanning over 45 movies.

• John D Roberts

  American chemist with significant contributions to scientific research.

Famous people born in 1918

Famous people born on June 8th

June 08, 1918: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 08, 1918 was Fancy You Fancying Me by Lewis James, according to the music chart for the week June 3rd and June 9th.

1. Lewis James - Fancy You Fancying Me
2. Charles Hart - The Last Long Mile
3. Nora Bayes - Regretful Blues
4. Julian Rose - Levinsky at the Wedding, Parts 3 & 4

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 8th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 08, 1918: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 08, 1918 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 08, 1918 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 08, 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 June 08, 1918 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:57 am and setting at 09:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 25, 1918 while the next full moon would come on Jun 24, 1918.

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Your place in the Universe on June 08, 1918

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Someone born on June 08, 1918 is:

106 years 10 months old,

or 1282 months and 15 days old,

or 5576 weeks and 4 days old,

or 39036 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 08, 1918?

There are 46 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 8th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 08, 1918?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on June 08, 1918.

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