What happened on Thursday May 31, 1923?

Here's what happened on May 31, 1923:

• Formation of South African Indian Congress The South African Indian Congress (SAIC) was established in Durban on May 31, 1923, with Omar Hajee Amod Jhaveri as its first President. This organization played a crucial role in advocating for the rights of Indian immigrants and residents in South Africa during the era of racial segregation, becoming an important precursor to later civil rights movements.
• Diplomatic Relations Between China and USSR On May 31, 1923, China and the Soviet Union (USSR) officially exchanged diplomatic representatives, marking an important moment in their bilateral relations during the early years of the Soviet state. This diplomatic exchange signaled potential cooperation between the two nations in the tumultuous period of the early 20th century.
• Birth of Prince Rainier III of Monaco Prince Rainier III was born on May 31, 1923, in Monaco. He would later become a significant figure in Monaco's history, ruling the principality from 1949 until 2005 and transforming it into a modern, prosperous state. Known for his diplomatic skills and modernization efforts, he was also famous for his marriage to Hollywood actress Grace Kelly in 1956.

Events in 1923

May 31, 1923: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 31, 1923

Newspapers from May. 31, 1923

May 31, 1923 was a Thursday and it was the 151st day of the year 1923 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 31, 1923 can also be written as 5/31/1923 in the US and as 31/5/1923 in UK and Europe.

May 31, 1923 in May 1923 calendar

Famous people born on May 31, 1923:

• Rainier III

  Rainier III was the Prince of Monaco from 1949 to 2005, known for modernizing the principality and his famous marriage to Hollywood actress...

• Ellsworth Kelly

  Ellsworth Kelly was a prominent American abstract artist known for his minimalist paintings, sculptures, and innovative geometric...

• Rainier

  Prince of Monaco who married Grace Kelly and ensured royal succession through legal changes.

• Rainier III Prince of Monaco

Famous people born in 1923

Famous people born on May 31st

Famous people died on May 31, 1923:

• Walther Kadow

Famous people who died in 1923

Famous people who died on May 31st

May 31, 1923: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 31, 1923 was Bambalina by Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

1. Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra - Bambalina
2. Sam Ash - Love Sends A Little Gift Of Roses

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 31st 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 31, 1923: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 31, 1923 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 31, 1923 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 31, 1923 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 31, 1923 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 09:50 pm and setting at 07:59 am.

The previous full moon was on May 30, 1923 while the next full moon would come on Jun 28, 1923.

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Your place in the Universe on May 31, 1923

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Someone born on May 31, 1923 is:

101 years 11 months old,

or 1223 months and 14 days old,

or 5319 weeks and 6 days old,

or 37239 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 31, 1923?

There are 17 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 31, 1923?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on May 31, 1923.

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