What happened on Saturday February 23, 1924?

Here's what happened on February 23, 1924:

• Allan McLeod Cormack - Nobel Prize Physicist Allan McLeod Cormack, a South African-born physicist, was recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to medical science, ultimately receiving the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. His work significantly advanced medical imaging technologies and diagnostic techniques.
• Assassination Attempt on Albanian Prime Minister Ahmet Zogu On February 23, 1924, Albanian Prime Minister Ahmet Zogu survived another assassination attempt, this time by anarchist Beqir Valteri, who shot him twice. Known for his remarkable resilience, Zogu had previously survived over 50 assassination attempts throughout his political career. This particular incident temporarily forced him to step back from his official duties due to his injuries.
• Washington's Birthday Commemoration in New York On February 23, 1924, New Yorkers celebrated George Washington's birthday with widespread community events and patriotic displays. The holiday was marked by early factory closures, festive gatherings, and public demonstrations of national pride. In Buffalo, mild weather encouraged street celebrations, with flags lowered to half-staff in a gesture of respect. Banks and financial institutions remained closed, emphasizing the national significance of the day.

Events in 1924

February 23, 1924: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 23, 1924

Newspapers from Feb. 23, 1924

February 23, 1924 was a Saturday and it was the 54th day of the year 1924 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 23, 1924 can also be written as 2/23/1924 in the US and as 23/2/1924 in UK and Europe.

February 23, 1924 in February 1924 calendar

Famous people born on February 23, 1924:

• Claude Sautet

  Renowned French film director who significantly influenced French cinema, known for his nuanced character studies and compelling dramas.

• Allan McLeod Cormack

  South-african-american physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 1998).

• Allan Cormack

  Nobel Prize-winning physicist who made groundbreaking contributions to medical imaging, particularly in developing CT scan technology.

• Ruben F Mettler
• Enzo Sellerio

Famous people born in 1924

Famous people born on February 23rd

Famous people died on February 23, 1924:

• Antonio Pasculli

Famous people who died in 1924

Famous people who died on February 23rd

February 23, 1924: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 23, 1924 was Somewhere in the World by John McCormack, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

1. John McCormack - Somewhere in the World
2. Paul Specht & His Orchestra - Waltz of Long Ago
3. Ted Weems & His Orchestra - Covered Wagon Days
4. Duncan Sisters - Rememb'ring

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 23rd is Pisces.

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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 23, 1924: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 23, 1924 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 23, 1924 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 23, 1924 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 23, 1924 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 09:11 pm and setting at 09:02 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 20, 1924 while the next full moon would come on Mar 21, 1924.

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Your place in the Universe on February 23, 1924

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Someone born on February 23, 1924 is:

101 years 2 months old,

or 1214 months

or 5278 weeks and 4 days old,

or 36950 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 23, 1924?

There are 306 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 23rd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 23, 1924?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on February 23, 1924.

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