What happened on Wednesday September 14, 1927?

About September 14th, 1927, in brief:

  • Historical events: A significant underwater earthquake struck Japan, resulting in the tragic loss of over 100 human lives. The seismic event caused widespread destruction, likely triggering tsunamis and significant infrastructure damage in the affected coastal regions.
  • Day of the week: September 14th, 1927 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: California directed by Michele Lupo

More about September 14th, 1927? See below for more news and curiosities on September 14th, 1927.

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September 14, 1927: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 14, 1927:

  • Devastating Japanese Earthquake A significant underwater earthquake struck Japan, resulting in the tragic loss of over 100 human lives. The seismic event caused widespread destruction, likely triggering tsunamis and significant infrastructure damage in the affected coastal regions.
  • Tragic Death of Isadora Duncan Renowned modern dance pioneer Isadora Duncan met a shocking and unexpected end when her long, flowing silk scarf became entangled in the wheel of an open-top automobile in Nice, France. The accident occurred when the scarf caught in the vehicle's rear wheel spoke, instantly breaking her neck and causing immediate death. This tragic incident dramatically highlighted the potential dangers of loose clothing while traveling.

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September 14, 1927: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was September 14, 1927?


September 14, 1927 was a Wednesday and it was the 257th day of the year 1927 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 14, 1927 can also be written as 9/14/1927 in the US and as 14/9/1927 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on September 14, 1927?


Famous people born on September 14, 1927:

  • Martin Caidin

    Martin Caidin was a prolific American author known for science fiction and aviation writing, including the novel 'Cyborg' which inspired the...

  • Edmund Szoka

    Edmund Szoka was an American Catholic cardinal who served as Archbishop of Detroit and played significant roles in Vatican diplomacy.

  • Edmund Casimir Szoka
  • Edwin Gordon

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September 14, 1927: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 14, 1927:

  • Hugo Ball

    German poet, author and one of the most prominent dada artists.

  • Isadora Duncan

    American dancer, born six years ago, who was a maverick who broke all the rules of ballet and began dancing barefoot and freeform.

  • Eugenio Bellosio
  • Sophie von Merenberg

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September 14, 1927: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 14th is Virgo.

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September 14, 1927: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 14, 1927 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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September 14, 1927: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 14, 1927 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 14, 1927 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 September 14, 1927 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 09:20 pm and setting at 11:23 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 11, 1927 while the next full moon would come on Oct 10, 1927.

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How old is someone born on September 14, 1927?


Someone born on September 14, 1927 is:

97 years 8 months old,

or 1172 months and 23 days old,

or 5099 weeks and 2 days old,

or 35695 days old,

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