What happened on Sunday February 17, 1946?

Here's what happened on February 17, 1946:

• British Intercept Refugee Ship Enzo Sereni British authorities intercepted the ship Enzo Sereni, which was carrying 915 Jewish refugees attempting to immigrate to Palestine. This action was part of the British Mandate's controversial policy of restricting Jewish immigration, reflecting the complex geopolitical tensions in the region during the post-World War II period.
• Ismail Sidky Becomes Prime Minister of Egypt Ismail Sidky assumed the role of Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Egypt, succeeding Mahmoud El Nokrashy Pasha. This political transition occurred during a critical period of Egyptian political development in the mid-20th century, as the country navigated post-colonial challenges and national identity.
• Humanistic Covenant Established in Amsterdam The Humanistic Covenant was formally established in Amsterdam, marking a significant moment for secular humanist philosophy and organization in post-World War II Europe. This covenant represented a philosophical movement emphasizing human values, rational thinking, and ethical principles without religious foundations.
• Death of Silent Film Star Dorothy Gibson Dorothy Gibson, a prominent American silent film actress known for her roles in early cinema, passed away from a stroke. Gibson was notable for her work in the nascent film industry and was particularly remembered for her performance in the 1912 film 'Saved from the Titanic', which was one of the earliest films about the famous maritime disaster.

Events in 1946

February 17, 1946: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 17, 1946

Newspapers from Feb. 17, 1946

February 17, 1946 was a Sunday and it was the 48th day of the year 1946 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 17, 1946 can also be written as 2/17/1946 in the US and as 17/2/1946 in UK and Europe.

February 17, 1946 in February 1946 calendar

Famous people born on February 17, 1946:

• André Dussollier

  Renowned French actor and comedian who won multiple César Awards, notably for his roles in 'Same Old Song' and 'Three Men and a Cradle'.

Famous people born in 1946

Famous people born on February 17th

Famous people died on February 17, 1946:

• Dorothy Gibson

  American singer and actress (d. 1946).

• Beniamino di Costantinopoli
• Charles Brinley
• Jutta di Meclemburgo-Strelitz

Famous people who died in 1946

Famous people who died on February 17th

February 17, 1946: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 17, 1946 was Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow! by Woody Herman & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week February 11th and February 17th.

1. Woody Herman & His Orchestra - Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!
2. Frank Sinatra - Oh! What It Seemed to Be
3. Frank Sinatra - Day by Day

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 17th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 17, 1946: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 17, 1946 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 17, 1946 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 17, 1946 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 17, 1946 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 07:11 pm and setting at 08:22 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 16, 1946 while the next full moon would come on Mar 17, 1946.

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Your place in the Universe on February 17, 1946

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Someone born on February 17, 1946 is:

79 years 2 months old,

or 950 months and 6 days old,

or 4131 weeks and 3 days old,

or 28920 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 17, 1946?

There are 300 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 17th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 17, 1946?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 17, 1946.

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