What happened on Saturday February 16, 1935?

About February 16th, 1935, in brief:

  • Historical events: The first contingent of Italian troops departed for Africa under the directive of Benito Mussolini, who urged the nation to be prepared for 'any eventuality'. This movement was a significant precursor to Italy's colonial ambitions and eventual invasion of Ethiopia.
  • Day of the week: February 16th, 1935 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • Popular movie: The Raven directed by James McTeigue

More about February 16th, 1935? See below for more news and curiosities on February 16th, 1935.

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February 16, 1935: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 16, 1935:

  • Italian Troops Prepare for African Campaign The first contingent of Italian troops departed for Africa under the directive of Benito Mussolini, who urged the nation to be prepared for 'any eventuality'. This movement was a significant precursor to Italy's colonial ambitions and eventual invasion of Ethiopia.
  • German Baroness Executed for Espionage Benita von Falkenhayn, a German baroness, was sentenced to death by beheading for committing espionage by assisting her lover Jerzy Sosnowski in spying for Poland. Her case highlighted the intense political tensions and counterintelligence efforts during the pre-World War II era.
  • Hollywood Film 'The Woman in Red' Debuts The Hollywood film 'The Woman in Red', starring the acclaimed actress Barbara Stanwyck, was released. This cinematic work contributed to the rich cultural landscape of 1930s American cinema.

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February 16, 1935: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was February 16, 1935?


February 16, 1935 was a Saturday and it was the 47th day of the year 1935 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 1935 can also be written as 2/16/1935 in the US and as 16/2/1935 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on February 16, 1935?


Famous people born on February 16, 1935:

  • Sonny Bono
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  • Stephen Gaskin

    American counterculture activist and co-founder of 'The Farm', a significant intentional community in Tennessee that embodied hippie ideals...

  • Kenneth Price

    Renowned American painter and sculptor known for his significant contributions to contemporary art, with a notable career spanning several...

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February 16, 1935: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 16, 1935:

  • Miltiades Manno

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February 16, 1935: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th is Aquarius.

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February 16, 1935: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1935 is Pig and the associated element is Wood.

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February 16, 1935: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 16, 1935 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 1935 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 February 16, 1935 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 04:00 pm and setting at 06:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 19, 1935 while the next full moon would come on Feb 18, 1935.

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How old is someone born on February 16, 1935?


Someone born on February 16, 1935 is:

90 years 2 months old,

or 1082 months and 7 days old,

or 4705 weeks and 4 days old,

or 32939 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 16, 1935?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 1935?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on February 16, 1935.

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