What happened on Sunday July 17, 1932?

About July 17th, 1932, in brief:

  • Historical events: On July 17, 1932, a violent confrontation erupted between the Nazi Party's paramilitary forces (SS and SA) and the German Communist Party in the Altona borough of Hamburg, Germany. This street battle represented a critical moment of political tension during the tumultuous Weimar Republic period, highlighting the growing political polarization and street violence that characterized Germany's descent into political chaos before the Nazi rise to power.
  • Day of the week: July 17th, 1932 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie

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July 17, 1932: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 17, 1932:

  • Altona Bloody Sunday On July 17, 1932, a violent confrontation erupted between the Nazi Party's paramilitary forces (SS and SA) and the German Communist Party in the Altona borough of Hamburg, Germany. This street battle represented a critical moment of political tension during the tumultuous Weimar Republic period, highlighting the growing political polarization and street violence that characterized Germany's descent into political chaos before the Nazi rise to power.
  • Rudolf Caracciola Wins German Grand Prix On July 17, 1932, renowned German racing driver Rudolf Caracciola secured victory in the German Grand Prix, showcasing his exceptional driving skills during the golden age of motorsports in the early 1930s. Caracciola was a prominent figure in European motor racing and would go on to become a three-time European Champion.
  • Leeudoringstad Massive Explosion On July 17, 1932, a significant industrial or mining-related explosion occurred in Leeudoringstad, considered one of the largest man-made non-nuclear explosions in history. The precise details and consequences of this massive blast warrant further historical investigation.

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July 17, 1932: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was July 17, 1932?


July 17, 1932 was a Sunday and it was the 199th day of the year 1932 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 17, 1932 can also be written as 7/17/1932 in the US and as 17/7/1932 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on July 17, 1932?


Famous people born on July 17, 1932:

  • Quino

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  • Vince Guaraldi

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  • Johnny Kerr

    Johnny 'Red' Kerr was a prominent NBA player and coach, notably the first head coach of the Chicago Bulls.

  • Slick Leonard

    American basketball player and coach (d. 2021).

  • Ian Moir

    Australian rugby league player (d. 1990).

  • Wojciech Kilar
  • Red Kerr
  • Niccolò Castiglioni
  • Alfio Caltabiano

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July 17, 1932: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 17, 1932:

  • Rasmus Rasmussen

    Norwegian actor, singer, and director (b. 1862).

  • Theodor Rosetti

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July 17, 1932: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 17th is Cancer.

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July 17, 1932: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 17, 1932 is Monkey and the associated element is Water.

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July 17, 1932: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 17, 1932 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 17, 1932 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 July 17, 1932 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 08:47 pm and setting at 06:07 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 18, 1932 while the next full moon would come on Aug 16, 1932.

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How old is someone born on July 17, 1932?


Someone born on July 17, 1932 is:

92 years 10 months old,

or 1114 months and 19 days old,

or 4846 weeks and 4 days old,

or 33926 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 17, 1932?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 17, 1932?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on July 17, 1932.

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