What happened on Saturday June 17, 1933?

About June 17th, 1933, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Union Station Massacre on June 17, 1933, was a significant criminal event involving the attempted rescue of Frank Nash, a convicted bank robber. After Nash's recapture in Hot Springs, Arkansas, he was being transported to Leavenworth when three allies attempted a violent intervention. The resulting gunfight killed Nash, multiple law enforcement officers, and drew national attention. The incident notably propelled J. Edgar Hoover's reputation and helped secure increased funding and recognition for the emerging FBI.
  • Day of the week: June 17th, 1933 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • Popular movie: Melody Cruise directed by Mark Sandrich

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June 17, 1933: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 17, 1933:

  • Detailed Union Station Massacre Account The Union Station Massacre on June 17, 1933, was a significant criminal event involving the attempted rescue of Frank Nash, a convicted bank robber. After Nash's recapture in Hot Springs, Arkansas, he was being transported to Leavenworth when three allies attempted a violent intervention. The resulting gunfight killed Nash, multiple law enforcement officers, and drew national attention. The incident notably propelled J. Edgar Hoover's reputation and helped secure increased funding and recognition for the emerging FBI.
  • Union Station Massacre in Kansas City On June 17, 1933, a violent confrontation occurred at Kansas City's Union Station when gangsters attempted to free convicted bank robber Frank Nash. The incident resulted in a deadly shootout that killed four FBI agents, Nash himself, and local law enforcement officers. The massacre became a pivotal moment in American criminal history, highlighting the intense conflict between law enforcement and organized crime during the Prohibition era.
  • Birth of Harry Browne Harry Browne was born on June 17, 1933, who would later become a prominent American libertarian writer, politician, and investment analyst. Throughout his career, he became known for his advocacy of free-market principles and libertarian political philosophy, significantly influencing economic and political discourse in the United States.

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June 17, 1933: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was June 17, 1933?


June 17, 1933 was a Saturday and it was the 168th day of the year 1933 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 17, 1933 can also be written as 6/17/1933 in the US and as 17/6/1933 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on June 17, 1933?


Famous people born on June 17, 1933:

  • Maurice Stokes

    Maurice Stokes was a pioneering NBA player known for his exceptional skills before a tragic injury ended his career prematurely.

  • Harry Browne

    Harry Browne was a prominent Libertarian Party presidential candidate in 2000, known for his strong advocacy of libertarian principles and...

  • Christian Ferras

    Christian Ferras was a renowned French classical violinist and conductor who made significant contributions to 20th-century classical music.

  • Rod Paige

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June 17, 1933: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 17th is Gemini.

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June 17, 1933: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 17, 1933 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.

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June 17, 1933: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 17, 1933 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 17, 1933 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 June 17, 1933 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 01:47 am and setting at 04:50 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 08, 1933 while the next full moon would come on Jul 07, 1933.

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How old is someone born on June 17, 1933?


Someone born on June 17, 1933 is:

91 years 10 months old,

or 1102 months and 27 days old,

or 4795 weeks and 4 days old,

or 33569 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 17, 1933?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 17, 1933?

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