What happened on Monday August 14, 1933?

About August 14th, 1933, in brief:

  • Historical events: On August 14, 1933, loggers accidentally caused a devastating forest fire in the Coast Range of Oregon, which became known as the first Tillamook Burn. The massive wildfire raged until September 5, ultimately destroying approximately 240,000 acres (970 square kilometers) of forest land. This catastrophic event marked a significant moment in Oregon's environmental history, highlighting the potential destructive power of human-induced wildfires.
  • Day of the week: August 14th, 1933 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • Popular movie: Dinner at Eight directed by George Cukor

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August 14, 1933: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 14, 1933:

  • Tillamook Burn Forest Fire of 1933 On August 14, 1933, loggers accidentally caused a devastating forest fire in the Coast Range of Oregon, which became known as the first Tillamook Burn. The massive wildfire raged until September 5, ultimately destroying approximately 240,000 acres (970 square kilometers) of forest land. This catastrophic event marked a significant moment in Oregon's environmental history, highlighting the potential destructive power of human-induced wildfires.
  • Timber Loss in Tillamook Burn The Tillamook Burn forest fire resulted in the destruction of approximately two billion board feet of lumber, representing a massive economic and ecological loss for the timber industry in Oregon.
  • Jimmie Foxx's Record-Breaking Baseball Performance On August 14, 1933, baseball player Jimmie Foxx achieved a remarkable feat by hitting for the cycle and setting an American League record with 9 RBIs (Runs Batted In), showcasing his exceptional batting skills and athletic prowess.

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August 14, 1933: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was August 14, 1933?


August 14, 1933 was a Monday and it was the 226th day of the year 1933 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 14, 1933 can also be written as 8/14/1933 in the US and as 14/8/1933 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on August 14, 1933?


Famous people born on August 14, 1933:

  • Richard Ernst

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  • Joycelyn Elders

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  • Bryce Courtenay
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August 14, 1933: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 14th is Leo.

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August 14, 1933: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 14, 1933 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.

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August 14, 1933: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 14, 1933 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 14, 1933 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 August 14, 1933 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 25% full, rising at 11:44 pm and setting at 04:33 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 05, 1933 while the next full moon would come on Sep 04, 1933.

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How old is someone born on August 14, 1933?


Someone born on August 14, 1933 is:

91 years 9 months old,

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or 4787 weeks and 2 days old,

or 33511 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 14, 1933?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 14, 1933?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 14, 1933.

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