What happened on Wednesday December 18, 1946?

About December 18th, 1946, in brief:

  • Historical events: Stephen (Steve) Biko was born, who would become a pivotal figure in the South African anti-apartheid movement. Biko was a key founder of the Black Consciousness Movement, which empowered Black South Africans to assert their dignity and rights during the oppressive apartheid era. His philosophical and activist work significantly influenced the struggle against racial segregation, ultimately leading to profound social and political transformations in South Africa.
  • Day of the week: December 18th, 1946 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • Popular movie: 13 Rue Madeleine directed by Henry Hathaway

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December 18, 1946: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 18, 1946:

  • Birth of Steve Biko, Anti-Apartheid Icon Stephen (Steve) Biko was born, who would become a pivotal figure in the South African anti-apartheid movement. Biko was a key founder of the Black Consciousness Movement, which empowered Black South Africans to assert their dignity and rights during the oppressive apartheid era. His philosophical and activist work significantly influenced the struggle against racial segregation, ultimately leading to profound social and political transformations in South Africa.
  • Milhaud's 2nd Symphony Premiere Darius Milhaud's 2nd Symphony premiered with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, conducted by the composer himself. This performance was a special memorial commissioned to honor the wife of the orchestra's music director, Serge Koussevitzky. The symphony represented a significant moment in mid-20th century classical music composition.

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December 18, 1946: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was December 18, 1946?


December 18, 1946 was a Wednesday and it was the 352nd day of the year 1946 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 18, 1946 can also be written as 12/18/1946 in the US and as 18/12/1946 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on December 18, 1946?


Famous people born on December 18, 1946:

  • Steven Spielberg
    Steven Spielberg

    Legendary American film director and producer who revolutionized modern cinema with blockbusters like Jaws, E.T.

  • Steve Biko

    Prominent South African anti-apartheid activist who founded the Black Consciousness Movement.

  • Monique Collange
  • Giuseppe Madonia
  • Kees Schouhamer Immink

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December 18, 1946: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 18th is Sagittarius.

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December 18, 1946: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 18, 1946 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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December 18, 1946: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 18, 1946 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 18, 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 December 18, 1946 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 02:30 am and setting at 02:12 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 1946 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 1947.

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How old is someone born on December 18, 1946?


Someone born on December 18, 1946 is:

78 years 4 months old,

or 940 months and 26 days old,

or 4091 weeks

or 28637 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 18, 1946?

There are 218 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 18th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 18, 1946?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 18, 1946.

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