What happened on Monday May 28, 1917?

Here's what happened on May 28, 1917:

• East St. Louis Race Riot Erupts A devastating racial violence incident began in East St. Louis, Illinois, triggered by racially charged rumors and underlying racial tensions. Angry white mobs systematically attacked African American citizens, targeting pedestrians, streetcar, and trolley passengers in a horrific display of racial violence. This event was part of a broader pattern of racial unrest and discrimination during the early 20th century, highlighting the severe racial tensions in American urban centers.
• Anglo-French Conference on Greek Political Situation During a critical diplomatic meeting in London, representatives from Britain and France deliberated on the complex political situation in Greece, focusing on King Constantine's controversial stance and potential military interventions in Athens and Thessaly. The conference highlighted the geopolitical tensions surrounding Greece's position during World War I, with Allied powers considering direct political and military actions to influence the country's alignment.

Events in 1917

May 28, 1917: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 28, 1917

Newspapers from May. 28, 1917

May 28, 1917 was a Monday and it was the 148th day of the year 1917 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 28, 1917 can also be written as 5/28/1917 in the US and as 28/5/1917 in UK and Europe.

May 28, 1917 in May 1917 calendar

Famous people born on May 28, 1917:

• Papa John Creach

  Renowned American violinist known for his work with Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, a significant figure in rock and folk music scenes.

• Barry Commoner

  Prominent American biologist, environmental activist, and political candidate who was a leading voice in ecological science and...

• Marshall Reed

  American character actor and film producer who passed away in Los Angeles from a massive hemorrhage in 1980.

Famous people born in 1917

Famous people born on May 28th

Famous people died on May 28, 1917:

• Giovanni Randaccio

Famous people who died in 1917

Famous people who died on May 28th

May 28, 1917: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 28, 1917 was Poor Butterfly by Charles Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

1. Charles Harrison - Poor Butterfly
2. Prince's Orchestra - For Me and My Gal
3. Original Dixieland Jazz Band - Livery Stable Blues
4. Fritz Kreisler - Poor Butterfly

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 28th is Gemini.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 28, 1917: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 28, 1917 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 28, 1917 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 28, 1917 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 May 28, 1917 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 52% full, rising at 11:27 am and setting at 12:22 am.

The previous full moon was on May 07, 1917 while the next full moon would come on Jun 05, 1917.

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Your place in the Universe on May 28, 1917

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Someone born on May 28, 1917 is:

107 years 11 months old,

or 1295 months and 16 days old,

or 5633 weeks and 2 days old,

or 39433 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 28, 1917?

There are 14 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 28th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 28, 1917?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on May 28, 1917.

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