What happened on Tuesday July 28, 1914?

Here's what happened on July 28, 1914:

• Austria-Hungary Declares War on Serbia, Triggering World War I On July 28, 1914, Austria-Hungary officially declared war on Serbia, marking the critical moment that escalated the July Crisis into World War I. This declaration came in response to Serbia's perceived failure to meet the conditions of an ultimatum issued after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo. The event is widely considered the immediate catalyst that transformed regional tensions into a global conflict, setting in motion a complex chain of alliances and mobilizations that would engulf Europe and eventually the world in unprecedented warfare.
• British Naval Preparations at Scapa Flow On July 28, 1914, First Lord of the Admiralty Winston Churchill strategically routed the British fleet to Scapa Flow, a natural harbor in the Orkney Islands, Scotland. This naval positioning was a critical preparatory move in anticipation of the escalating European tensions, demonstrating Britain's readiness for potential maritime conflict.
• Foxtrot Dance Debuts in New York On July 28, 1914, the Foxtrot dance was first performed at the New Amsterdam Roof Garden in New York City by Harry Fox. This dance would become a significant cultural phenomenon in early 20th-century social entertainment, representing a pivotal moment in American dance history.

Events in 1914

July 28, 1914: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 28, 1914

Newspapers from Jul. 28, 1914

July 28, 1914 was a Tuesday and it was the 209th day of the year 1914 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 28, 1914 can also be written as 7/28/1914 in the US and as 28/7/1914 in UK and Europe.

July 28, 1914 in July 1914 calendar

Famous people born on July 28, 1914:

• Woody Strode

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Famous people born in 1914

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July 28, 1914: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 28, 1914 was Gems from High Jinks by Victor Light Opera Co., according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. Victor Light Opera Co. - Gems from High Jinks
2. Lyric Quartet - When the Angelus is Ringing
3. Prince's Orchestra - Kitty McKay
4. Peerless Quartet - When It's Moonlight on the Alamo

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 28th is Leo.

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July 28, 1914: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 28, 1914 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 28, 1914 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 28, 1914 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 July 28, 1914 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:07 am and setting at 10:08 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 07, 1914 while the next full moon would come on Aug 06, 1914.

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Someone born on July 28, 1914 is:

110 years 9 months old,

or 1329 months and 16 days old,

or 5781 weeks and 1 day old,

or 40468 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 28, 1914?

There are 75 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday July 28th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 28, 1914?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on July 28, 1914.

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