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see horoscope and birth chart for August 19, 1931What happened on Wednesday August 19, 1931?
About August 19th, 1931, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 19, 1931, the German army executed 150 Belgian civilians by firing squad, representing a brutal act of military violence that highlights the tensions and potential for aggression in the period between World War I and World War II.
- Day of the week: August 19th, 1931 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- Popular movie: The World's End directed by Edgar Wright
More about August 19th, 1931? See below for more news and curiosities on August 19th, 1931.
Table of contents
- August 19, 1931: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was August 19, 1931?
- Who was born on August 19, 1931?
- August 19, 1931: What famous people died on that day?
- August 19, 1931: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 19, 1931: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on August 19, 1931?
- Back in 1931
August 19, 1931: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 19, 1931:
- German Military Atrocity in Belgium On August 19, 1931, the German army executed 150 Belgian civilians by firing squad, representing a brutal act of military violence that highlights the tensions and potential for aggression in the period between World War I and World War II.
- Lefty Grove's Baseball Record On August 19, 1931, baseball pitcher Lefty Grove tied the American League record by winning his 16th consecutive game, showcasing his exceptional pitching skills and dominance on the baseball field during this era.
- Willie Shoemaker: Legendary American Jockey Willie Shoemaker was a renowned American horse racing jockey who had a remarkable career spanning several decades. In 1956, he achieved a significant milestone by winning $2 million in prize money. His exceptional skills and longevity in the sport made him one of the most celebrated jockeys in horse racing history. Shoemaker passed away in 2003, leaving behind a legendary legacy in the world of horse racing.
- Harris Theater Opens in New York City The Harris Theater, a collaboration between Candler, Coan & Harris, opened its doors at 226 W 42nd Street in New York City on August 19, 1931, contributing to the vibrant entertainment landscape of the city during the early 20th century.
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What day of the week was August 19, 1931?
August 19, 1931 was a Wednesday and it was the 231st day of the year 1931 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 19, 1931 can also be written as 8/19/1931 in the US and as 19/8/1931 in UK and Europe.
Who was born on August 19, 1931?
Famous people born on August 19, 1931:
- Bill Shoemaker
Legendary American jockey who set multiple racing records, winning over 8,800 races and becoming the first jockey to earn over $100 million...
August 19, 1931: What famous people died on that day?
August 19, 1931: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 19th is Leo.
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Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 19, 1931: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 19, 1931 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.
Discover the Goat personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthAugust 19, 1931: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 19, 1931 was Waxing crescent.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 19, 1931 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 August 19, 1931 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 01:09 pm and setting at 10:57 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 29, 1931 while the next full moon would come on Aug 28, 1931.
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Your place in the Universe on August 19, 1931
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Someone born on August 19, 1931 is:
93 years 8 months old,
or 1124 months and 24 days old,
or 4890 weeks and 6 days old,
or 34236 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 19, 1931?
There are 98 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 19th 2025.
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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 19, 1931?
You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 19, 1931.
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