What happened on Saturday May 20, 1933?

About May 20th, 1933, in brief:

  • Historical events: Austrian Chancellor Engelbert Dollfuss established the Vaterländische Front (Fatherland Front), a fascist political organization that unified right-wing political parties under a single authoritarian movement. This marked a significant shift towards an autocratic regime in Austria, effectively ending democratic pluralism and setting the stage for the country's eventual annexation by Nazi Germany.
  • Day of the week: May 20th, 1933 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • Popular movie: Gold Diggers of 1933 directed by Mervyn LeRoy

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May 20, 1933: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 20, 1933:

  • Establishment of the Vaterländische Front in Austria Austrian Chancellor Engelbert Dollfuss established the Vaterländische Front (Fatherland Front), a fascist political organization that unified right-wing political parties under a single authoritarian movement. This marked a significant shift towards an autocratic regime in Austria, effectively ending democratic pluralism and setting the stage for the country's eventual annexation by Nazi Germany.
  • Devastating Auburn, Maine Garage Fire A catastrophic fire erupted in Auburn, Maine, after an 11-year-old boy accidentally set fire to paper inside a garage. The blaze quickly spread, ultimately destroying 239 buildings and rendering approximately 1,500 residents homeless. This tragic event became one of the most significant urban fires in Maine's early 20th-century history, highlighting the vulnerability of wooden urban infrastructure.

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May 20, 1933: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was May 20, 1933?


May 20, 1933 was a Saturday and it was the 140th day of the year 1933 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 20, 1933 can also be written as 5/20/1933 in the US and as 20/5/1933 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 20, 1933?


Famous people born on May 20, 1933:

  • Constance Towers
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    American actress known for her roles in classic films like 'The Naked Kiss' and television series such as 'General Hospital'.

  • Danny Aiello in New York City

    Renowned American actor famous for his memorable roles in 'Moonstruck' and Spike Lee's 'Do the Right Thing'.

  • Edward de Bono

    Prominent Maltese physician, psychologist, and author who pioneered the concept of lateral thinking.

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May 20, 1933: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 20th is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 20, 1933: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 20, 1933 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.

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May 20, 1933: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 20, 1933 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 20, 1933 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 May 20, 1933 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 03:21 am and setting at 05:54 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 09, 1933 while the next full moon would come on Jun 08, 1933.

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How old is someone born on May 20, 1933?


Someone born on May 20, 1933 is:

91 years 11 months old,

or 1103 months and 24 days old,

or 4799 weeks and 4 days old,

or 33597 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 20, 1933?

There are 6 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 20, 1933?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 20, 1933.

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