Wednesday February 18, 1953: on this day

February 18, 1953 was the 49th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 18, 1953 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 18, 1953, who was born and died on February 18, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 18, 1953, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Believe by Frankie Laine), movies (e.g. The Titfield Thunderbolt, directed by Charles Crichton), TV series (e.g. Commando Cody: Sky Marshal Of The Universe) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 18th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 18, 1953?


February 18, 1953 was a Wednesday and it was the 49th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 18, 1953 can also be written as 2/18/1953 in the US and as 18/2/1953 in UK and Europe.

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February 18, 1953: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 18, 1953:

  • Bwana devil, the 1st 3-d movie, opened in new york
  • Maggie opens at national theater nyc for 5 performances
  • Koln tv channel 10 in lincoln, nb (cbs) begins broadcasting
  • Premiere of first 3-d feature film - bwana devil (new york city, new york).

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February 18, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 18th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

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 18, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 18, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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February 18, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 18, 1953 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 18, 1953 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 18, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 08:54 am and setting at 11:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 29, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Feb 28, 1953.

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Who was born on February 18, 1953?


Famous people born on February 18, 1953:

  • Marialuiza Gabrielli

    Former CEO of Petrobras, a Brazilian multinational energy company.

  • Giles Watling

    Giles Watling is a British Conservative Party politician and Member of Parliament.

  • Derek Pellicci

    Australian drummer (little river band, mississippi).

  • Robbie Bachman

    Canadian drummer (brave belt, bachman turner overdrive).

  • Nico Arzbach

    Rock guitarist / singer (stampei, dike).

  • François Dufour

    French politician, member of the europe a%0cologieaeur' the greens party.

  • Robin Bachman in Winnipeg

    Manitoba, canada; guitarist (bachman turnover - "you haven't seen anything yet").

  • Robbie Bachman Canadian drummer (Bachman

    Turner overdrive).

  • Gérard Rancinan
  • Roberto Mostarda
  • Arkadij Ukupnik
  • Fly Williams
  • Giancarlo Cucchiella
  • Rudolf Elsener

Whose famous birthday is on February 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 18th:

  • Cybill Shepherd
    Cybill Shepherd

    American actress.

  • John Travolta
    John Travolta

    American actor who rose to fame as vinnie barbarino, a tv and stage star.

  • Cressida Bonas
    Cressida Bonas

    Cressida bonas is a british actress known for her roles in films and tv shows such as 'tulip fever' and 'doctor thorne'.

  • John Hughes
    John Hughes

    John hughes was an american film director, producer, and screenwriter, best known for creating iconic 1980s teen films such as the breakfast...

  • Matt Dillon
    Matt Dillon

    American actor, who made his film debut in 1978 as a teenager with "over the edge," followed by "my bodyguard", and "little darlings".

  • Molly Ringwald
    Molly Ringwald

    American singer and actress.

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Jack Palance
    Jack Palance

    Jack palance was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as city slickers and shane.

  • Milos Forman
    Milos Forman

    Czech / us director (cuckoos nest, amadeus).

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February 18, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 71 years 1 month old,

or 853 months and 10 days old,

or 3710 weeks and 1 day old,

or 25971 days old,

if you were born on February 18, 1953.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 18, 1953?

There are 327 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 18th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 18, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 18, 1953.

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February 18, 1953: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 18, 1953:

  • Savien Mercier

    Savien Mercier was a French composer known for his orchestral and chamber music compositions.

  • Riccardo Calcagno
  • Pio Giardina
  • Vladas Mironas
  • Alessandro Varaldo

What famous deaths happened on February 18th?

Famous deaths on February 18th:

  • Gale Robbins
    Gale Robbins

    Chicago, illinois -- actress (fuller brush girl, mr hex).

  • Andy Devine
    Andy Devine

    American actor and singer (d. 1977).

  • Maggie McNamara
    Maggie McNamara

    Actress (3 coins in the fountain, cardinal), died at 49.

  • Mikle Angelo

    Renowned Italian painter and sculptor of the Renaissance period.

  • Dantonio Michelangelo

    Dantonio Michelangelo was an Italian Renaissance artist known for his sculptures, paintings, and architectural works, including the Sistine...

  • Jaicion Wong

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

  • Smaran Das

    Noted physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Taimur Lang

    Taimur Lang was a Central Asian conqueror who founded the Timurid Empire.

  • Rodert Oppenheimer

    Rodert Oppenheimer was an American theoretical physicist and professor of physics at the University of California, Berkeley.

  • Floyed Brown

    Renowned abstract painter known for his vibrant use of colors.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 18th

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February 18, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 18, 1953:

  • Independence Day in The Gambia (1965)
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February 18, 1953: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 18, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 16th and February 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 18, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 18, 1953 was I Believe by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

February 18, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 18, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 16th and February 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Believe
  2. - Your Cheatin' Heart

February 18, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 18, 1953 was Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes by Perry Como & The Ramblers, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

February 18, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 18, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 16th and February 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes
  2. - Outside Of Heaven
  3. - Because You're Mine
  4. - Comes A-Long A-Love
  5. - She Wears Red Feathers

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February 18, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 18, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Titfield Thunderbolt

The Titfield Thunderbolt

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Charles Crichton

Starring: Stanley Holloway, George Relph, Naunton Wayne, John Gregson

Call Me Madam

Call Me Madam

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Walter Lang

Starring: Ethel Merman, Donald O'Connor, Vera-Ellen, George Sanders

Battle Circus

Battle Circus

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Richard Brooks

Starring: Humphrey Bogart, June Allyson, Keenan Wynn, Robert Keith

Mr. Hulot's Holiday

Mr. Hulot's Holiday

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Jacques Tati

Starring: Jacques Tati, Nathalie Pascaud, Micheline Rolla, Valentine Camax

Country: United States of America

The Lady Without Camelias

The Lady Without Camelias

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni

Starring: Lucia Bosé, Gino Cervi, Andrea Checchi, Ivan Desny

February 18, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 18, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Fred C. Brannon

Face the Music

Face the Music

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Carol Wiseman

The Pickwick Papers

The Pickwick Papers

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Warwick Gilbert

Valentino

Valentino

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Ken Russell

The Big Idea

The Big Idea

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Matt Thompson

February 18, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 18, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

To The Moment Of Triumph by Pamela Frankau

To The Moment Of Triumph

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The Wonderful Country by Tom Lea

The Wonderful Country

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This rare antiquarian book is a facsimile of the original. It may have marks, marginalia, and other imperfections due to its age.

The Caine Mutiny by Herman Wouk

The Caine Mutiny

By:

The Novel That Inspired The Caine Mutiny Film and the Hit Broadway Play The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial Herman Wouk’s dramatic and brilliantly entertaining novel about life-and-mutiny-on-a Navy warship, in the Pacific theater, was instantly embraced upon its initial publication in …

The Old Man And The Sea by Ernest Hemingway

The Old Man And The Sea

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The Old Man and the Sea is Hemingway’s most beloved work. It is the story of an old Cuban fisherman who, through his simplicity and strength, has been told in a language that is simple yet powerful.

The Magic Lantern by Robert Carson

The Magic Lantern

By:

".an old-fashioned novel in its best sense. It's rich and flavorful, compelling and captivating, and tells the story of a number of real people whose motivations, and characteristics, grow.

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Who was the US President on February 18, 1953?

On February 18, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 18, 1953?

On February 18, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 18, 1953?

On February 18, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 18th?

February 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of February. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on February 18th, such as:

  • 2019 - Kashmir conflict: two jaish-e-mohammed militants and one civilian were killed in a skirmish that took place in pulwama, indian-administered kashmir. police are searching for the suspects in thursday’s suicide attack which claimed 40 lives of paramilitary police officers.
  • 2018 - 2018 kizlyar church shooting. a gunman shoots and kills five people at a kizlyar, dagestan (russia) church. later, he was shot and killed by police.
  • 2017 - 2017 leuven train derailment: a passenger train that derailed near leuven in belgium killed one person and injured 20 others.

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What happened in 1953?

1953 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
  • WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
  • NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak

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What was the calendar for February 1953?

February 1953 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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