What happened on Friday May 22, 1931?

About May 22nd, 1931, in brief:

  • Historical events: Michele Schirru, a 31-year-old Italian-born American anarchist, was executed by a firing squad after being convicted of plotting to assassinate Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, marking a significant moment in political resistance against fascist regimes.
  • Day of the week: May 22nd, 1931 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
  • Popular movie: The World's End directed by Edgar Wright

More about May 22nd, 1931? See below for more news and curiosities on May 22nd, 1931.

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May 22, 1931: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 22, 1931:

  • Execution of Michele Schirru Michele Schirru, a 31-year-old Italian-born American anarchist, was executed by a firing squad after being convicted of plotting to assassinate Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, marking a significant moment in political resistance against fascist regimes.
  • Texas Guinan Denied Entry into France Renowned entertainer Texas Guinan and her performance ensemble were refused entry into France due to lacking a proper work permit. Guinan, known for her wartime entertainment efforts, expressed frustration at the bureaucratic rejection, highlighting her previous service during World War I.
  • First Canned Rattlesnake Meat Sold in Florida In a unique culinary milestone, canned rattlesnake meat was introduced to the market in Florida, offering consumers an unusual protein source from the state's native wildlife.

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May 22, 1931: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was May 22, 1931?


May 22, 1931 was a Friday and it was the 142nd day of the year 1931 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 22, 1931 can also be written as 5/22/1931 in the US and as 22/5/1931 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 22, 1931?


Famous people born on May 22, 1931:

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May 22, 1931: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 22nd is Gemini.

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May 22, 1931: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 22, 1931 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

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May 22, 1931: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 22, 1931 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 22, 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 May 22, 1931 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 09:45 am and setting at 01:13 am.

The previous full moon was on May 02, 1931 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1931.

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How old is someone born on May 22, 1931?


Someone born on May 22, 1931 is:

93 years 11 months old,

or 1127 months and 1 day old,

or 4900 weeks and 5 days old,

or 34305 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 22, 1931?

There are 29 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 22nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 22, 1931?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 22, 1931.

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