What happened on Thursday April 12, 1917?

Here's what happened on April 12, 1917:

• Battle of Vimy Ridge - Canadian Victory in World War I During World War I, Canadian forces successfully completed a significant military operation by capturing Vimy Ridge from German forces. This strategic victory was a pivotal moment in Canadian military history, demonstrating the exceptional skill, coordination, and bravery of Canadian troops on the Western Front.
• Artistic Premieres in Rome On this day, notable artistic performances took place in Rome, including a ballet premiere involving works by Domenico Scarlatti and Jean Cocteau, highlighting the cultural vibrancy of the early 20th century.
• Bijou Theater Opens in New York City The Bijou Theater commenced operations at 222 W 45th Street in New York City. This theater would remain an active venue until its demolition in 1982, representing nearly seven decades of theatrical history in Manhattan.
• Birth of Vinoo Mankad Vinoo Mankad was born, who would later become one of India's most celebrated cricket players and considered the greatest all-rounder of his time, significantly contributing to the development of Indian cricket.

Events in 1917

April 12, 1917: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 12, 1917

Newspapers from Apr. 12, 1917

April 12, 1917 was a Thursday and it was the 102nd day of the year 1917 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 12, 1917 can also be written as 4/12/1917 in the US and as 12/4/1917 in UK and Europe.

April 12, 1917 in April 1917 calendar

Famous people born on April 12, 1917:

• Helen Forrest

  Prominent American big band singer who worked with Benny Goodman and Harry James during the swing era of the 1930s and 1940s.

Famous people born in 1917

Famous people born on April 12th

Famous people died on April 12, 1917:

• Franziskus von Bettinger

Famous people who died in 1917

Famous people who died on April 12th

April 12, 1917: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 12, 1917 was Pray for Sunshine by Al Jolson, according to the music chart for the week April 9th and April 15th.

1. Al Jolson - Pray for Sunshine
2. Ada Jones - M-I-S-S-I-S-S-I-P-P-I
3. Knickerbocker Quartet - Pack Up Your Troubles in Your Old Kit Bag (And Smile, Smile, Smile)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 12th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 12, 1917: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 12, 1917 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 12, 1917 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 12, 1917 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 April 12, 1917 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 11:17 pm and setting at 09:31 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 07, 1917 while the next full moon would come on May 07, 1917.

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Your place in the Universe on April 12, 1917

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Someone born on April 12, 1917 is:

108 years 1 month old,

or 1297 months and 12 days old,

or 5641 weeks and 2 days old,

or 39489 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 12, 1917?

There are 323 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 12th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 12, 1917?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on April 12, 1917.

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