What happened on Tuesday April 26, 1932?

About April 26th, 1932, in brief:

  • Historical events: Michael Smith, an English-born biochemist, was a distinguished scientist who would later be awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1993 for his groundbreaking work in site-directed mutagenesis. His research significantly advanced molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques.
  • Day of the week: April 26th, 1932 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie

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April 26, 1932: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 26, 1932:

  • Michael Smith - Nobel Laureate Biochemist Michael Smith, an English-born biochemist, was a distinguished scientist who would later be awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1993 for his groundbreaking work in site-directed mutagenesis. His research significantly advanced molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques.
  • Hart Crane - Tragic Poet's Death Hart Crane, a prominent American modernist poet known for his complex and lyrical works, died by suicide at the age of 32. His poetry, including 'The Bridge', explored themes of American identity and technological progress.
  • Jean Anouilh's 'L'Hermine' Premieres Jean Anouilh's play 'L'Hermine (The Ermine)' premiered in Paris, marking an important moment in French theatrical history. Anouilh, a significant playwright of the 20th century, was known for his innovative dramatic works.
  • Bill Lockwood - English Cricket Player's Passing Bill Lockwood, a notable English cricket player, passed away. During his career, he was a significant bowler who took 43 wickets in 12 Test matches for England, contributing to the country's cricket legacy.

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April 26, 1932: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was April 26, 1932?


April 26, 1932 was a Tuesday and it was the 117th day of the year 1932 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 26, 1932 can also be written as 4/26/1932 in the US and as 26/4/1932 in UK and Europe.

April 26, 1932 in April 1932 calendar

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Who was born on April 26, 1932?


Famous people born on April 26, 1932:

  • Francis Lai

    Renowned French film composer who won an Academy Award for Best Original Score in 1970 for the movie 'Love Story'.

  • Michael Smith

    English-canadian biochemist and geneticist, nobel prize laureate (d. 2000).

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April 26, 1932: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 26, 1932:

  • William Lockwood

    British cricketer (born 1868).

  • Guglielmo Andreoli
  • Stefano Pittaluga

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April 26, 1932: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 26th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 26, 1932: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 26, 1932 is Monkey and the associated element is Water.

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April 26, 1932: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 26, 1932 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 26, 1932 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 April 26, 1932 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 01:47 am and setting at 11:55 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 20, 1932 while the next full moon would come on May 20, 1932.

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How old is someone born on April 26, 1932?


Someone born on April 26, 1932 is:

93 years 1 month old,

or 1117 months and 10 days old,

or 4858 weeks and 2 days old,

or 34008 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 26, 1932?

There are 325 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 26th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 26, 1932?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on April 26, 1932.

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