What happened on Wednesday August 17, 1938?

About August 17th, 1938, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Nazi regime implemented a discriminatory decree requiring Jews to adopt additional names: 'Israel' for men and 'Sara' for women, further institutionalizing antisemitic policies and systematic marginalization.
  • Day of the week: August 17th, 1938 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: Rasputin directed by Louis Nero

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August 17, 1938: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 17, 1938:

  • Nazi Decree on Jewish Names The Nazi regime implemented a discriminatory decree requiring Jews to adopt additional names: 'Israel' for men and 'Sara' for women, further institutionalizing antisemitic policies and systematic marginalization.
  • SS-Verfügungstruppe Organizational Declaration A secret Nazi decree established the SS-Verfügungstruppe as a unique paramilitary force directly under Hitler's command, independent of both police and Wehrmacht structures, consolidating Nazi leadership's control.
  • Thieves' Carnival Theatrical Premiere Jean Anouilh's play 'Thieves' Carnival' premiered at Théâtre des Artes in Paris, representing an important moment in mid-20th century French theatrical arts.
  • First Forest Service Aircraft Deployed The United States Forest Service introduced its first owned aircraft into operational service, marking a significant milestone in aerial forest management and surveillance capabilities.

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August 17, 1938: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was August 17, 1938?


August 17, 1938 was a Wednesday and it was the 229th day of the year 1938 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 17, 1938 can also be written as 8/17/1938 in the US and as 17/8/1938 in UK and Europe.

August 17, 1938 in August 1938 calendar

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Who was born on August 17, 1938?


Famous people born on August 17, 1938:

  • Theodoros Pangalos

    Greek politician who served as deputy prime minister of Greece, known for his significant role in modern Greek political landscape.

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August 17, 1938: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 17, 1938:

  • Jane Toppan

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August 17, 1938: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th is Leo.

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

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August 17, 1938: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 1938 is Tiger and the associated element is Earth.

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August 17, 1938: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 17, 1938 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 1938 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 17, 1938 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 10:23 pm and setting at 01:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 11, 1938 while the next full moon would come on Sep 09, 1938.

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How old is someone born on August 17, 1938?


Someone born on August 17, 1938 is:

86 years 8 months old,

or 1040 months and 27 days old,

or 4526 weeks

or 31682 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 17, 1938?

There are 96 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 1938?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 17, 1938.

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