Thursday February 28, 1974: on this day

February 28, 1974 was the 59th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 28, 1974 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 28, 1974, who was born and died on February 28, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 28, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Seasons In The Sun by Terry Jacks), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. Bedtime Stories) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 28th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 28, 1974?


February 28, 1974 was a Thursday and it was the 59th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 28, 1974 can also be written as 2/28/1974 in the US and as 28/2/1974 in UK and Europe.

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February 28, 1974: What happened on that day?


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February 28, 1974: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 28, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th is Pisces.

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, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Tiger personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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February 28, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 28, 1974 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 1974 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, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 44% full, rising at 10:33 am and setting at 01:50 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 06, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Mar 08, 1974.

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Who was born on February 28, 1974?


Famous people born on February 28, 1974:

  • Ammanda Abbington

    Journalist and actress known for her work in both print media and television.

  • Trashaun Davis

    Known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Elzena Fagan

    Served as a member of parliament for over a decade.

  • Michael Manasseri

    Actor (license to drive).

  • Lee Carsley

    English-irish footballer and manager.

  • Tangi Miller

    American actress and dancer.

  • Alexander Zickler

    German footballer and manager.

  • Michael Swift

    Wlaf cornerback (rhein fire).

  • Kevin Abrams

    Cornerback (detroit lions).

  • Katie Allen

    Full back and half back australian field hockey (1996 olympics).

  • Moana Mackey

    New zealand politician and biologist.

  • Doreen Jacobi
  • Ali Baddou
  • Gianluca Cherubini
  • Edoardo Gorini
  • Tom Kitt
  • Janne Lahtela
  • Ambrose Makau

Whose famous birthday is on February 28th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 28th:

  • Natalia Vodianova
    Natalia Vodianova

    Model and actress from russia-french.

  • Stephanie Beacham
    Stephanie Beacham

    Stephanie beacham is an english actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dynasty' and 'the colbys'.

  • Gilbert Gottfried
    Gilbert Gottfried

    Gilbert gottfried is a comedian known for his distinctive voice and raunchy humor, as well as for his roles in movies like aladdin and...

  • Bernadette Peters
    Bernadette Peters

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Dorothy Stratten
    Dorothy Stratten

    Canadian model, playboy’s playmate of 1980 and star in three movies.

  • Mario Andretti
    Mario Andretti

    Aldo, an italian-american auto racing driver, is his twin brother.

  • Svetlana Alliluyeva
    Svetlana Alliluyeva

    Russian-american writer and educator (d.2011).

  • Rae Dawn Chong
    Rae Dawn Chong

    Canadian actress.

  • Mercedes Ruehl
    Mercedes Ruehl

    American actress.

  • Vincente Minnelli
    Vincente Minnelli

    American film director, died in los angeles at the age of 76 (b. 1903).

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February 28, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 50 years and 20 days old,

or 600 months and 20 days old,

or 2611 weeks and 5 days old,

or 18282 days old,

if you were born on February 28, 1974.

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 February 28, 1974?

There are 346 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 28, 1974.

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February 28, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 28, 1974:

  • Bobby Bloom

    American singer/songwriter (born 1946).

  • Mees Toxopeus

    Dutch rescue-vessel captain dies at the age of 89.

  • Russell Harlan
  • Eliodoro Coccoli
  • Oreste Bonomelli
  • Carlos Keller

What famous deaths happened on February 28th?

Famous deaths on February 28th:

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Ruby Keeler
    Ruby Keeler

    Canadian-american actress and dancer.

  • Mary Stuart
    Mary Stuart

    American actress and singer (b. 1926).

  • Jim Thorpe
    Jim Thorpe

    American professional athlete who won awards for over seven events: the 100 meter dash and the 1500 meter run, as well as the broad jump,...

  • Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
    Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson

    American actor (born in 1905).

  • Anny Ondra
    Anny Ondra

    Actress (blackmail) dies at 83.

  • Thedora Kallikrates

    Renowned poet known for her lyrical verses.

  • Nussen Hoffman

    Renowned painter known for his abstract art.

  • Owen Chamberlain

    American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize in physics on 10/26/1959 with dr.

  • Orabelle Worthington

    Renowned author known for her captivating novels.

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February 28, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 28, 1974:

  • Blessed Antonia of Florence (d. 1472)

Saints celebrated on February 28, 1974:

  • Saint Silvana
  • Saint Rufinus
  • Saint Oswald (d. 992)
  • Saint Romanus (died 463)
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February 28, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 28, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 25th and March 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 28, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1974 was Seasons In The Sun by Terry Jacks, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 3rd.

February 28, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 28, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Seasons In The Sun
  2. - The Way We Were
  3. - Spiders & Snakes
  4. - Boogie Down
  5. - Jungle Boogie

February 28, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1974 was Tiger Feet by Mud, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 3rd.

February 28, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 28, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Tiger Feet
  2. - Teenage Rampage
  3. - Devil Gate Drive
  4. - Solitaire
  5. - The Man Who Sold The World

February 28, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 28, 1974 was Mighty Love - Pt. 1 by The Spinners, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 25th and March 3rd.

February 28, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 28, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 25th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Mighty Love - Pt. 1
  2. - Boogie Down
  3. - I'll Be The Other Woman
  4. - Jungle Boogie
  5. - Put Your Hands Together

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February 28, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 28, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Appassionata

Appassionata

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone

Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno

Country: Italy

Truck Stop Women

Truck Stop Women

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Mark L. Lester

Starring: Claudia Jennings, Lieux Dressler, John Martino, Paul Carr

The Godfather Part II

The Godfather Part II

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

Billy Two Hats

Billy Two Hats

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Ted Kotcheff

Starring: Gregory Peck, Desi Arnaz Jr., Jack Warden, David Huddleston

The House of Seven Corpses

The House of Seven Corpses

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Paul Harrison

Starring: John Ireland, Faith Domergue, John Carradine, Carole Wells

February 28, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 28, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Kli-Kla-Klawitter

Kli-Kla-Klawitter

Release year: 1974

Don Blech und der goldene Junker

Don Blech und der goldene Junker

Release year: 1973

Seven Little Australians

Seven Little Australians

Release year: 1973

Within These Walls

Within These Walls

Release year: 1973

Directed by: James Tucker

February 28, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 28, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Hollow Hills by Mary Stewart

The Hollow Hills

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The young Arthur Pendragon is being watched over by the prince and prophet Merlin Ambrosius, who are haunted daily by visions of the magical sword Caliburn that has been kept secret for centuries.

The Best Of Life by David Scherman

The Best Of Life

By:

1973, Large Hardcover Book, Beautiful Photos of Marilyn Monroe, Photographed by Richard Avedon, as Different Women Through the Ages, 303 Pages

Burr by Gore Vidal

Burr

By:

Gore Vidal's Narratives Of Empire series covers the history of America from the Revolution through the post-World War II years.

Beulah Land by Lonnie Coleman

Beulah Land

By:

Excellent condition, VG+ Fine on the jacket and book. This is a fantastic edition for book clubs.

The Joy Of Sex by Alex Comfort

The Joy Of Sex

By:

The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.

February 28, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 28, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Maze War

Maze War

Platform: Imlac PDS-1, Macintosh, NeXT Computer, Palm OS, Xerox Star, X Window System

Genre: First-person shooter

Qwak!

Qwak!

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shooter Gun game

Tank

Tank

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Military strategy

Publisher: Kee Games

Spasim

Spasim

Platform: PLATO network

Genre: Shooter games

Rebound

Rebound

Platform: Arcade

Genre: sport

history

Who was the US President on February 28, 1974?

On February 28, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1974?

On February 28, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 28, 1974?

On February 28, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 28th?

February 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th day of the month of February. 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 February 28th, such as:

  • 2019 - 28 february 2019, mogadishu bombings: 29 were killed in three bomb blasts and a siege that lasted until march 1.
  • 2018 - Kivu conflict: 23 people have been killed in clashes between militias within the rutshuru territory, north kivu, dr congo. since february 25, violence has rekindled.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). twelve afghan national police officers are killed in an "infiltration attack" by taliban in the southern helmand province.

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What happened in 1974?

1974 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
  • Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
  • 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy

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What was the calendar for February 1974?

February 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

Discover how February 1974 calendar looked like.

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