What happened on Friday August 28, 1936?

Here's what happened on August 28, 1936:

• Nazi Persecution of Jehovah's Witnesses Begins Nazi Germany initiated a systematic campaign of mass arrests targeting Jehovah's Witnesses, forcibly interning them in concentration camps as part of their broader strategy of religious and ideological persecution.
• First Bombing of Madrid in Spanish Civil War Nationalist forces conducted their inaugural aerial bombardment of Madrid, escalating the military tactics in the Spanish Civil War and bringing the conflict directly to the capital city.
• German Military Intervention in Spanish Civil War German War Minister Werner von Blomberg officially approved the deployment of German combat aircraft to Spain, signaling Germany's direct military support for the Nationalist forces and foreshadowing future international involvement.
• Battle of Monte Pelado During the Spanish Civil War, the Battle of Monte Pelado was fought, resulting in a strategic victory for the Republican forces, marking a significant moment in the conflict between Republican and Nationalist factions.
• Italy Restricts Munitions Export to Spain Italy implemented an export prohibition on munitions to Spain, potentially influencing the dynamics of military support during the Spanish Civil War and reflecting the complex international diplomatic landscape.
• Derbyshire's Cricket Championship Victory Derbyshire achieved a remarkable cricket milestone by winning the County Championship for the first time since 1874, ending a 62-year drought and celebrating a significant sporting achievement.

Events in 1936

August 28, 1936: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 28, 1936

Newspapers from Aug. 28, 1936

August 28, 1936 was a Friday and it was the 241st day of the year 1936 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 28, 1936 can also be written as 8/28/1936 in the US and as 28/8/1936 in UK and Europe.

August 28, 1936 in August 1936 calendar

Famous people born on August 28, 1936:

• Warren M. Washington

  Pioneering African American atmospheric scientist who made significant contributions to climate modeling and understanding global climate...

• Don Denkinger

  Veteran Major League Baseball umpire known for his long career and significant role in professional baseball officiating.

Famous people born in 1936

Famous people born on August 28th

Famous people died on August 28, 1936:

• Mario Angeloni
• George Armitage
• Elena di Meclemburgo-Strelitz

Famous people who died in 1936

Famous people who died on August 28th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 28th is Virgo.

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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 28, 1936: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 28, 1936 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 28, 1936 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 28, 1936 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 28, 1936 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 05:00 pm and setting at 02:52 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 03, 1936 while the next full moon would come on Sep 01, 1936.

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Your place in the Universe on August 28, 1936

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Someone born on August 28, 1936 is:

88 years 8 months old,

or 1064 months and 16 days old,

or 4628 weeks and 5 days old,

or 32401 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 28, 1936?

There are 106 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 28th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 28, 1936?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 28, 1936.

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