Friday February 20, 1953: on this day

February 20, 1953 was the 51st day of the year 1953, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.

Is February 20, 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 20, 1953, who was born and died on February 20, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 20, 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 20th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 20, 1953?


February 20, 1953 was a Friday and it was the 51st day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 20, 1953 can also be written as 2/20/1953 in the US and as 20/2/1953 in UK and Europe.

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February 20, 1953: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 20, 1953:

  • Us court of appeals rules that organized baseball is a sport and not a business, affirming the 25-year-old supreme court ruling.
  • August a busch buys the saint louis cardinals for us$3.75 million.

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February 20, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 20th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces 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 20, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 20, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on February 20th, 1953 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 20, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 20, 1953 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 20, 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 20, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 10:08 am and setting at 01:59 am.

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 20, 1953?


Famous people born on February 20, 1953:

  • Gaetan Dugas

    Infamously known as 'Patient Zero' in the early AIDS epidemic.

  • Roberto Ciotti

    Italian guitarist and composer (b. 1953).

  • Poison Ivy

    American producer and guitarist (the cramps), singer-songwriter.

  • Ricardo Chailly

    Italian conductor, the son of composer luciano chailly.

  • Riccardo Chailly in Milan

    Italy; conductor (west berlin symphony orchestra).

  • Kristy Wallace

    American rock musician poison ivy roschach is sometimes called poison ivy.

  • Carol Cummins in Clintwood

    Virginia, usa; second of five children born february 20, 2001.

  • Gérard Araud

    The ambassador of france to the united states is a diplomat from france.

  • Poison Ivy (musician)
  • Roberto Da Crema
  • Romano Trevisani
  • Roberto Ampuero
  • Jon Bentley
  • David Kemp
  • Diego Gualtiero Rosa
  • Tom Rüsz Jacobsen

Whose famous birthday is on February 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 20th:

  • Kurt Cobain
    Kurt Cobain

    Musician (nirvana) (born 1967).

  • Cindy Crawford
    Cindy Crawford

    American model.

  • Ivana Trump
    Ivana Trump

    Czechoslovakian-american news figure and socialite.

  • Sidney Poitier
    Sidney Poitier

    American actor.

  • Gordon Brown
    Gordon Brown

    Scottish member of parliament.

  • Chelsea Peretti
    Chelsea Peretti

    Chelsea peretti is a comedian known for her stand-up comedy, acting, and writing, and for her role as gina linetti on the tv show brooklyn...

  • Gloria Vanderbilt
    Gloria Vanderbilt

    American entrepreneur and heiress.

  • Lili Taylor
    Lili Taylor

    Actress (ransom and short cuts, role model).

  • Jennifer O'Neill
    Jennifer O'Neill

    American actress.

  • Lauren Ambrose
    Lauren Ambrose

    Lauren Ambrose is an American actress known for her roles in the television series Six Feet Under and Servant.

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February 20, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 71 years 2 months old,

or 854 months

or 3713 weeks and 1 day old,

or 25992 days old,

if you were born on February 20, 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 20, 1953?

There are 306 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 20, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 20, 1953.

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February 20, 1953: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 20, 1953:

  • Giovanni Armenise
  • Gianni Bucceri
  • Francesco Saverio Nitti
  • Dorothy Shepherd-Barron

What famous deaths happened on February 20th?

Famous deaths on February 20th:

  • Sandra Dee
    Sandra Dee

    American actress, and teenage film idol in the late 50s and 60s.

  • Dick York
    Dick York

    American actor who played the role of darren in "bewitched", a long-running series starring elizabeth montgomery.

  • Alexander Haig
    Alexander Haig

    American soldier & civil servant, 7th supreme all allied commander europe (7th white house chief of staff, 59th united states secretaryof...

  • John Raitt
    John Raitt

    American actor, singer, and recording artist.

  • Rosemary DeCamp
    Rosemary DeCamp

    American actress, who was known as "yankee doodle", after playing james cagneyaeur (tm)'s mother in 1942's "yankee doodle dandy.

  • Max Schreck
    Max Schreck

    German actor (born 1879).

  • Thurston Hall
    Thurston Hall

    Actor (mr schuyler topper), dies at 75.

  • Jack Ingram
    Jack Ingram

    Actor (law of the west), suffers a heart attack at the age of 66.

  • Milderd Dresselhaus

    Pioneering researcher in the field of carbon science and nanotechnology.

  • Fredderick Douglass

    Prominent African American abolitionist and writer.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 20th

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February 20, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Observances on February 20, 1953:

  • World Day of Social Justice
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February 20, 1953: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 20, 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 20, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 20, 1953 was I Believe by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

February 20, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 20, 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 20, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 20, 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 20, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 20, 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 20, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 20, 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 20, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 20, 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 20, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 20, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Abraham Lincoln by Benjamin P. Thomas

Abraham Lincoln

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Benjamin P. Thomas's Abraham Lincoln, A Biography is a long-standing classic. It offers a sharp look at one the most important figures in American history.

The Silent World by Jacques Yves Cousteau and Frederic Dumas

The Silent World

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Jacque Cousteau's underwater adventures and photographs

The Power Of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale

The Power Of Positive Thinking

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With more than five million copies printed, The Power of Positive Thinking is an international bestseller. It has helped millions of people around the globe to find fulfillment through Dr.

The Magic Lantern by Robert Carson

The Magic Lantern

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".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.

The Velvet Doublet by James Street

The Velvet Doublet

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This First Edition BCE biography about Christopher Columbus was published by Doubleday in 1953. It measures 8 1/2 by 5 1/2 inches. With 317 deckle-edged pages.

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Who was the US President on February 20, 1953?

On February 20, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 20, 1953?

On February 20, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 20, 1953?

On February 20, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 20th?

February 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - According to the southern poverty law center, there has been a 30% increase in hate groups in america over the last four years. this includes a 7% increase for 2018.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: turkish military operations in afrin: prosyrian government forces are deployed to support the kurdish ypg in its fight against turkey, and the turkish-backed free syrian army (afrin region). this opens up a new front for the war.
  • 2017 - According to the philippine coast guard, gunmen attacked a vietnamese ship near tawi-tawi in the philippines. they killed at least one soldier and kidnapped seven more. abu sayyaf militants are believed to be behind the attack.

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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.

Discover how February 1953 calendar looked like.

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