What happened on Saturday February 29, 1936?

About February 29th, 1936, in brief:

  • Historical events: President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the Second Neutrality Act, a critical piece of legislation designed to prevent American involvement in potential international conflicts during the rising tensions of the 1930s.
  • Day of the week: February 29th, 1936 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
  • Popular movie: The Raven directed by James McTeigue

More about February 29th, 1936? See below for more news and curiosities on February 29th, 1936.

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February 29, 1936: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 29, 1936:

  • US Neutrality Act Signed President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the Second Neutrality Act, a critical piece of legislation designed to prevent American involvement in potential international conflicts during the rising tensions of the 1930s.
  • February 26 Incident in Tokyo Concludes A significant military coup attempt in Japan ends, marking a critical moment in pre-World War II Japanese political history. Emperor Hirohito decisively suppressed the uprising by the Imperial Japanese Army's radical faction.
  • Henri Richard Birth Canadian hockey player Henri Richard is born, who would later become a legendary NHL player known for his exceptional skills and numerous championships.
  • Jack Lousma Birth Jack Lousma, future NASA astronaut, is born. He would later become a significant figure in the American space program, participating in Skylab missions.
  • Baby Snooks Radio Debut Comedian Fanny Brice introduces her iconic comedic character Baby Snooks on the radio program The Ziegfeld Follies of the Air, launching a popular entertainment persona that would become a staple of American comedy.
  • Alwin Schockemohle Birth German equestrian jumper Alwin Schockemohle is born, who would later win a gold medal in the 1976 Olympics, becoming a prominent figure in international equestrian sports.

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February 29, 1936: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE Magazine

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What day of the week was February 29, 1936?


February 29, 1936 was a Saturday and it was the 60th day of the year 1936 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 29, 1936 can also be written as 2/29/1936 in the US and as 29/2/1936 in UK and Europe.

February 29, 1936 in February 1936 calendar

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Who was born on February 29, 1936?


Famous people born on February 29, 1936:

  • Alex Rocco
    Alex Rocco

    American actor known for roles in film and television, including memorable performances in 'The Godfather' and 'The Stunt Man'.

  • Henri Richard

    Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens and holds the record for most Stanley Cup wins in NHL history...

  • Jack R Lousma

    NASA astronaut and United States Marine Corps officer, known for piloting the third Skylab mission and commanding the second Space Shuttle...

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February 29, 1936: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 29th 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 29, 1936: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 29, 1936 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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February 29, 1936: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 29, 1936 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 29, 1936 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, 1936 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 59% full, rising at 10:34 am and setting at 02:17 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 07, 1936 while the next full moon would come on Mar 08, 1936.

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How old is someone born on February 29, 1936?


Someone born on February 29, 1936 is:

89 years 1 month old,

or 1069 months and 25 days old,

or 4651 weeks and 4 days old,

or 32561 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 29, 1936?

There are 312 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, 1936?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on February 29, 1936.

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