What happened on Thursday August 20, 1931?

Here's what happened on August 20, 1931:

• Spain Passes Church Property Decree The Spanish government issued a significant decree preventing churches from selling their property. This action was a direct response to rumors that exiled Cardinal Pedro Segura y Sáenz had allegedly instructed churches to sell their assets before potential government confiscation, reflecting the complex religious and political tensions of the era.
• Don King Born in Cleveland Don King, the iconic and controversial boxing promoter known for his distinctive electrified hairstyle and flamboyant personality, was born in Cleveland, Ohio. King would go on to become one of the most famous and influential boxing promoters in history, representing legendary fighters like Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, and Larry Holmes.
• Helen Moody Wins 45th US Women's Tennis Championship In a notable tennis competition, Helen Moody defeated Eileen Whitingstall in the 45th United States Women's Tennis Championship, showcasing her skill and dominance in the sport during the early 1930s.
• Waldemar von Baussnern Passes Away Waldemar von Baussnern, a respected German classical and operatic composer, died at the age of 64. Known for his contributions to classical music during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, his passing marked the end of an era in German musical composition.

Events in 1931

August 20, 1931: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 20, 1931

Newspapers from Aug. 20, 1931

August 20, 1931 was a Thursday and it was the 232nd day of the year 1931 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 1931 can also be written as 8/20/1931 in the US and as 20/8/1931 in UK and Europe.

August 20, 1931 in August 1931 calendar

Famous people born on August 20, 1931:

• Don King

  Don King is a legendary and controversial boxing promoter who represented world-famous boxers like Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, and George...

• Bill Shoemaker

  Bill Shoemaker was a renowned American jockey and horse racing legend who is considered one of the most successful and influential riders in...

• Louis Mermaz
• Bernd e Hilla Becher
• Alain Goraguer

Famous people born in 1931

Famous people born on August 20th

Famous people died on August 20, 1931:

• Lulu White

Famous people who died in 1931

Famous people who died on August 20th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 20th is Leo.

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August 20, 1931: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 1931 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 20, 1931 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 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 20, 1931 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 57% full, rising at 02:24 pm and setting at 11:34 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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Someone born on August 20, 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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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 20, 1931?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 20, 1931.

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