What happened on Saturday February 29, 1908?

Here's what happened on February 29, 1908:

• Birth of Dee Brown, American Writer and Historian Dee Brown, an influential American writer and historian, was born. He is best known for his groundbreaking book 'Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee', a seminal work that provided a Native American perspective on the westward expansion of the United States.
• Birth of Balthus, Renowned French-Polish Painter Balthasar Klossowski de Rola, known professionally as Balthus, was born on this day. He became a highly influential and controversial painter known for his enigmatic and provocative figurative works, often depicting young girls in ambiguous settings. His unique style challenged traditional artistic conventions and made significant contributions to 20th-century art.
• Dutch Scientists Produce Solid Helium A significant scientific breakthrough occurred when Dutch scientists successfully produced solid helium, demonstrating advanced capabilities in low-temperature physics and expanding understanding of matter's behavior under extreme conditions.
• Founding of James Madison University The State Normal and Industrial School for Women was established in Harrisonburg, Virginia by the Virginia General Assembly. This institution would later evolve into James Madison University, a significant public research university in the United States.
• Failed Assassination Attempt on Shah Mohammed Ali A failed assassination attempt was made against Shah Mohammed Ali in Tehran, reflecting the political tensions and instability in early 20th-century Persia (Iran). Such events highlight the complex political landscape and social unrest during this period.
• Birth of Alf Gover, English Cricket Player Alf Gover, a notable English cricketer, was born. He played four Test matches for England and later became a renowned cricket coach, significantly influencing the sport's development and training methodologies in the mid-20th century.

Events in 1908

February 29, 1908: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 29, 1908

Newspapers from Feb. 29, 1908

February 29, 1908 was a Saturday and it was the 60th day of the year 1908 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 29, 1908 can also be written as 2/29/1908 in the US and as 29/2/1908 in UK and Europe.

February 29, 1908 in February 1908 calendar

Famous people born on February 29, 1908:

• Balthus

  Renowned Polish-French painter known for his controversial and provocative artworks, with a unique style that challenged traditional...

• Dee Brown

  American author and historian famous for his groundbreaking book 'Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee', which critically examined the Native...

• Alf Gover

  English cricketer and coach (d. 2001).

Famous people born in 1908

Famous people born on February 29th

Famous people died on February 29, 1908:

• Pat Garrett

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• John Hope

  1st marquess of linlithgow, scottish-australian politician, 1st governor-general of australia (b. 1860).

Famous people who died in 1908

Famous people who died on February 29th

February 29, 1908: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 29, 1908 was Vilia Song by Helene Noldi, according to the music chart for the week February 24th and March 1st.

1. Helene Noldi - Vilia Song
2. Billy Murray - Dixie Dan
3. Ada Jones & Billy Murray - I Could Learn to Love You When You Smile, Smile, Smile

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 29th is Pisces.

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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 29, 1908: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 29, 1908 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 29, 1908 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 29, 1908 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 29, 1908 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 05:18 am and setting at 04:30 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 17, 1908 while the next full moon would come on Mar 18, 1908.

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Your place in the Universe on February 29, 1908

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Someone born on February 29, 1908 is:

117 years 2 months old,

or 1406 months and 15 days old,

or 6115 weeks and 4 days old,

or 42809 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 29, 1908?

There are 290 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 28th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 29, 1908?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on February 29, 1908.

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