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About February 28th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 28, 1948, riots broke out in Accra, Gold Coast (now Ghana), igniting a movement for independence from British colonial rule. The unrest was fueled by economic grievances and political repression, leading to increased demands for self-governance and ultimately contributing to Ghana's independence in 1957.
- Day of the week: February 28th, 1948 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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- February 28, 1948: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was February 28, 1948?
- Who was born on February 28, 1948?
- February 28, 1948: What famous people died on that day?
- February 28, 1948: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 28, 1948: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on February 28, 1948?
- Back in 1948
February 28, 1948: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 28, 1948:
- Accra riots spark Gold Coast independence movement On February 28, 1948, riots broke out in Accra, Gold Coast (now Ghana), igniting a movement for independence from British colonial rule. The unrest was fueled by economic grievances and political repression, leading to increased demands for self-governance and ultimately contributing to Ghana's independence in 1957. source: britannica.com
- Steven Chu born Steven Chu, the American physicist and former U.S. Secretary of Energy, was born on February 28, 1948. He is known for his work in laser cooling and his contributions to the field of physics, which earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1997. source: britannica.com
- Mike Figgis born Mike Figgis, the British film director and screenwriter, was born on February 28, 1948. He is best known for his work on films such as 'Leaving Las Vegas' and 'Timecode,' which have garnered critical acclaim and awards. source: britannica.com
- Bud Gartiser Sets Low Hurdles World Record Athlete Bud Gartiser established a new world record in the 50-yard low hurdles, completing the race in an impressive 6.8 seconds, showcasing the evolving standards of athletic performance in mid-20th century track and field.
February 28, 1948: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
LIFE magazines from February 1948
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What day of the week was February 28, 1948?
February 28, 1948 was a Saturday and it was the 59th day of the year 1948 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 28, 1948 can also be written as 2/28/1948 in the US and as 28/2/1948 in UK and Europe.
Who was born on February 28, 1948?
Famous people born on February 28, 1948:
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Bernadette PetersBernadette Peters is an American actress, singer, and children's book author, widely recognized for her work on Broadway and in film and television. Known for her distinctive voice and critically acclaimed performances, she has become one of the most celebrated interpreters of Stephen Sondheim’s musicals. [bio]
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Mercedes RuehlMercedes Ruehl is an award-winning American actress known for her work in film, television, and theater. She achieved widespread recognition for her role in 'The Fisher King', which earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. [bio]
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Mike FiggisMike Figgis is an English film director, screenwriter, and composer, best known for directing the acclaimed film 'Leaving Las Vegas' (1995), for which he received Academy Award nominations for Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay. [bio]
![Steven Chu]()
Steven ChuNobel Prize-winning physicist who served as the United States Secretary of Energy from 2009 to 2013.
February 28, 1948: What famous people died on that day?
February 28, 1948: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th is Pisces.
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Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
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 28, 1948: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 1948 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Rat personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthFebruary 28, 1948: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 28, 1948 was Waning gibbous.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 1948 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 28, 1948 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 71% full, rising at 09:31 pm and setting at 09:14 am.
The previous full moon was on Feb 24, 1948 while the next full moon would come on Mar 25, 1948.
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Someone born on February 28, 1948 is:
78 years 5 months old,
or 941 months and 11 days old,
or 4093 weeks
or 28651 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 28, 1948?
There are 204 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 28th 2027.
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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1948?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 28, 1948.
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Why 1948 makes a meaningful nostalgia gift
For someone born on February 28, 1948, a 1948 nostalgia poster turns a familiar date into a visual account of the world they arrived in.
The history attached to February 28, 1948 includes Accra riots spark Gold Coast independence movement, giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.
Cinema from the world of February 28, 1948 included Johnny Belinda, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.
February 28, 1948 is also shared with notable birthdays such as Bernadette Peters, making the date feel connected to a wider story.
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