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Wednesday August 23, 1916: on this day
August 23, 1916 was the 236th day of the year 1916, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 23, 1916 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 23, 1916, who was born and died on August 23, 1916, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1916, which were the most popular songs (ex. My Dreamy China Lady by Lyric Quartet), movies (e.g. Flirting with Fate, directed by Christy Cabanne), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1916 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1916?
- August 23, 1916: What happened on that day?
- August 23, 1916: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1916: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1916?
- August 23, 1916: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 1916: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1916: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1916: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 1916: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1916?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1916?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1916?
What day of the week was August 23, 1916?
August 23, 1916 was a Wednesday and it was the 236th day of the year 1916 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1916 can also be written as 8/23/1916 in the US and as 23/8/1916 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1916: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 1916:
- Military court of berlin sentences karl liebknecht to 4 years
August 23, 1916: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 23, 1916: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1916 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 1916 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 23, 1916: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 1916 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1916 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 23, 1916 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 12:09 am and setting at 04:33 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 13, 1916 while the next full moon would come on Sep 11, 1916.
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Who was born on August 23, 1916?
Famous people born on August 23, 1916:
- Charles Orem
Nashville executives.
- Manlio Guardabassi
- Giusi Raspani Dandolo
- János Füzér
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
![River Phoenix]()
River PhoenixRiver Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
![Kobe Bryant]()
Kobe BryantBryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
![Gene Kelly]()
Gene KellyAmerican actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
![Barbara Eden]()
Barbara EdenAmerican actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.
![Rita Pavone]()
Rita PavoneRita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
![Rick Springfield]()
Rick SpringfieldAn australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
![Shelley Long]()
Shelley LongAmerican comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
![Jay Mohr]()
Jay MohrAmerican comedian, actor, and radio host.
![Vera Miles]()
Vera MilesAmerican actress and model miss kansas 1948.
August 23, 1916: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 107 years 8 months old,
or 1292 months and 2 days old,
or 5618 weeks and 1 day old,
or 39327 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 1916.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 August 23, 1916?
There are 120 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1916?
You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on August 23, 1916.
August 23, 1916: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 1916:
- Serafín Avendaño Martínez
- Jean-Paul Aubé
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
![Rudolph Valentino]()
Rudolph ValentinoRudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
![Lori Nelson]()
Lori NelsonLori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
![Kathleen Freeman]()
Kathleen FreemanChicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
![Brock Peters]()
Brock PetersNyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).
- Adaria
Renowned painter known for her abstract works.
- Maebel Normand
Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.
- Kinser
Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.
- John Kendrew
British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...
- Essica Mitford
Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.
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August 23, 1916: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1916:
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
- Roman festivals - Vulcanalia
Observances on August 23, 1916:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1916: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 1916 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 21st and August 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 23, 1916: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1916 was My Dreamy China Lady by Lyric Quartet, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 23, 1916: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1916 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lyric Quartet - My Dreamy China Lady
- Joseph Cawthorn - I Can Dance with Everybody but my Wife
August 23, 1916: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 1916 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Flirting with Fate
Release year: 1916
Directed by: Christy Cabanne
Starring: Douglas Fairbanks, Jewel Carmen, Howard Gaye, W.E. Lawrence
Country: United States of America
Reggie Mixes In
Release year: 1916
Directed by: Christy Cabanne
Starring: Douglas Fairbanks, Bessie Love, Joseph Singleton, William Lowery
The Kid
Release year: 1916
Directed by: Wilfrid North
Starring: Lillian Walker, Ned Finley, Eulalie Jensen, Robert Gaillard
Pillars of Society
Release year: 1916
Directed by: Raoul Walsh
Starring: Henry B. Walthall, Mary Alden, Juanita Archer, George Beranger
The Honorable Friend
Release year: 1916
Directed by: Edward LeSaint
Starring: Sessue Hayakawa, Tsuru Aoki, Raymond Hatton, Goro Kino
Who was the US President on August 23, 1916?
On August 23, 1916 the US President was Woodrow Wilson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1916?
On August 23, 1916 the UK Prime Minister was H. H. Asquith (Liberal).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1916?
On August 23, 1916 the Pope was Benedict XV.
What is special about August 23rd?
August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of August. 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 August 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
- 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.
What happened in 1916?
1916 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Gen Pershing, 15,000 troops chasing Villa into Mexico, stays 10-mos
- JP Van Limburg Stirum succeeds AWF Idenburg as Governor-General of the Netherlands Indies
- Jess Willard fights Frank Moran to no decision in 10 for boxing title
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What was the calendar for August 1916?
August 1916 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
