What happened on Sunday February 26, 1911?

Here's what happened on February 26, 1911:

• Launch of HMS Thunderer, British Super-Dreadnought The British Royal Navy launched the HMS Thunderer, a powerful super-dreadnought battleship, symbolizing the naval arms race and technological advancement of the early 20th century. This vessel represented the cutting-edge maritime military technology of its time.
• Deadly Black Powder Explosion at Communipaw, New Jersey A catastrophic explosion occurred at the Central Railroad of New Jersey when employees were unloading black powder cases from the freighter Katherine W. The blast, which happened at 12:01 PM, killed thirty people and was so powerful it was felt 50 miles away, causing significant damage in Manhattan, including rocking office buildings and shattering windows. In the aftermath, eight officials from the railroad and Du Pont Powder Company were indicted for their role in the disaster.
• Political Assassination in Isfahan, Persia A significant political incident occurred in the Isfahan province of Persia (modern-day Iran) when the Governor, Mutemidi Khan, and his nephew were murdered by a Russian national who previously served as the chief of police in Isfahan. This assassination highlighted the volatile political climate and international tensions of the era.

Events in 1911

February 26, 1911: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 26, 1911

Newspapers from Feb. 26, 1911

February 26, 1911 was a Sunday and it was the 57th day of the year 1911 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 26, 1911 can also be written as 2/26/1911 in the US and as 26/2/1911 in UK and Europe.

February 26, 1911 in February 1911 calendar

Famous people born on February 26, 1911:

• Tarō Okamoto

  Renowned Japanese avant-garde artist known for his innovative paintings and sculptures that challenged traditional artistic norms.

Famous people born in 1911

Famous people born on February 26th

Famous people died on February 26, 1911:

• Domenico Primerano

Famous people who died in 1911

Famous people who died on February 26th

February 26, 1911: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 26, 1911 was I've Got Your Number by Elida Morris & Walter Van Brunt, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

1. Elida Morris & Walter Van Brunt - I've Got Your Number
2. Victor Light Opera Co. - Gems from The Merry Widow
3. Ada Jones & Billy Murray - Silver Bell
4. That Girl Quartet - Silver Bell

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 26th 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 26, 1911: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 26, 1911 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 26, 1911 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 26, 1911 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 26, 1911 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 05:41 am and setting at 04:16 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 13, 1911 while the next full moon would come on Mar 14, 1911.

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Your place in the Universe on February 26, 1911

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Someone born on February 26, 1911 is:

114 years 2 months old,

or 1370 months and 15 days old,

or 5959 weeks

or 41713 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 26, 1911?

There are 291 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 26th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 26, 1911?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on February 26, 1911.

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