What happened on Saturday September 15, 1917?

Here's what happened on September 15, 1917:

• Russia Proclaims Republic During Revolutionary Period Alexander Kerensky, a key figure in the Russian Revolution, proclaimed Russia a republic, marking a significant transition from the imperial system towards a democratic governance model during the tumultuous year of 1917.
• Latvian Riflemen's Heroic Defense at Battle of Jugla During World War I, a force of 6,000 Latvian Riflemen demonstrated extraordinary courage by holding their ground against German forces for 26 hours. Their strategic resistance allowed the Russian Twelfth Army to successfully retreat from Riga, showcasing remarkable tactical resilience in the face of overwhelming enemy pressure.
• German Ace Kurt Wolff Killed in Aerial Combat Kurt Wolff, a prominent German fighter pilot, was shot down and killed during an intense dogfight with Royal Flying Corps Sopwith Camels. This event highlighted the dangerous and rapidly evolving nature of aerial warfare during World War I, where skilled pilots faced extreme risks in combat.

Events in 1917

September 15, 1917: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 15, 1917

Newspapers from Sep. 15, 1917

September 15, 1917 was a Saturday and it was the 258th day of the year 1917 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 15, 1917 can also be written as 9/15/1917 in the US and as 15/9/1917 in UK and Europe.

September 15, 1917 in September 1917 calendar

Famous people born on September 15, 1917:

• Hilde Gueden

  Renowned Austrian soprano who was a prominent opera singer in the mid-20th century, particularly known for her performances in Mozart and...

• David Flusser
• Buddy Jeannette

Famous people born in 1917

Famous people born on September 15th

Famous people died on September 15, 1917:

• Kurt Wolff

Famous people who died in 1917

Famous people who died on September 15th

September 15, 1917: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 15, 1917 was The Old Grey Mare by Prince's Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week September 10th and September 16th.

1. Prince's Orchestra - The Old Grey Mare
2. Van & Schenck - Huckleberry Finn

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 15th is Virgo.

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Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 15, 1917: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 15, 1917 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 15, 1917 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 15, 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 September 15, 1917 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:51 am and setting at 05:48 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 01, 1917 while the next full moon would come on Sep 30, 1917.

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Your place in the Universe on September 15, 1917

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Someone born on September 15, 1917 is:

107 years 7 months old,

or 1291 months and 26 days old,

or 5617 weeks and 1 day old,

or 39320 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 15, 1917?

There are 127 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday September 15th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 15, 1917?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on September 15, 1917.

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