Your place in the Universe on 1928
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Get your map!The Highlights of 1928: A Year That Shaped the Future
1928 (MCMXXVIII in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1928th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 1928 a year special to you? Discover what 1928 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 1928, 1928 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 1928, how old is someone born in 1928 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 1928.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 1928 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What was 1928 known for ?
- Key World Leaders of 1928
- Who was the U.S. President in 1928?
- Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1928?
- Who was the Pope in 1928?
- 1928: Who was Time's Person of the Year?
- What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1928?
- What was the most popular movie in 1928?
- What was the best selling book in 1928?
- How old is someone born in 1928?
- What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1928?
What was 1928 known for ?
- 1928 was a year filled with extraordinary achievements for mankind. In January, in a momentous scientific development, Frederick Griffith of England published a report that proved the existence of DNA. This discovery continues to yield abundant discoveries in science year after year.
- In communication technology, John Baird of Scotland broadcast a transatlantic television signal from London to New York City on February 8, making the world a much more interconnected place. This paved the way for journalists to broadcast news developments around the world and for people to eventually see entertainment programming from foreign countries. Later this year, in July, Baird would go on to put on a demonstration of the world’s first color television transmission.
- This was also a major year for the aeronautics field. In March, American aviator Charles Lindbergh was formally honored for his famous transatlantic flight by being presented with the Medal of Honor. In June of this year, aviator Amelia Earhart became the first woman to make a transatlantic flight, although she did make this flight as a passenger – not a pilot.
- There were also some important developments on the international political stage. In January, a major internal rift in Soviet political circles reared its head when Leon Trotsky was exiled from Soviet territory. Trotsky was a major Marxist theorist, politician, and a founder of the Red Army. He was also a major rival to Joseph Stalin and was exiled for his opposition efforts.
- A historic treaty was also signed this year – the Kellogg-Briand Pact. This was the first international agreement to make wars of aggression unlawful under international law. While this treaty would not, of course, actually achieve its ends, it is still noteworthy in that it was a significant step in international peace-building efforts. Conflicts were to be resolved through diplomacy first, which brought signatories closer to putting into practice traditional Western notions of “just war theory.”
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Key World Leaders of 1928
Who was the U.S. President in 1928?
In 1928, Calvin Coolidge (Republican) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from August 02, 1923 to March 04, 1929. During his presidency, the U.S. enjoyed economic prosperity in the Roaring Twenties, while he maintained limited government intervention.
Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1928?
In 1928 the UK Prime Minister was Stanley Baldwin (Conservative).
Who was the Pope in 1928?
The leader of the Catholic Church in 1928 was Pope Pius XI who had held the papacy since 1922. His pontificate saw the signing of the Lateran Treaty, which established Vatican City as an independent state and promoted Catholic Action against totalitarian regimes.
1928: Who was Time's Person of the Year?
Walter Chrysler
In 1928, Walter Chrysler was named by TIME magazine as Person of the Year. In 1928, Chrysler oversaw a merger of his Chrysler Corporation with Dodge before beginning work on the Chrysler Building.
What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1928?
The number 1 song in the USA in 1928, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was A Gay Caballero by Frank Crumit
What was the most popular movie in 1928?
The most popular movie and box office hit was Four Sons by John Ford
What was the best selling book in 1928?
How old is someone born in 1928?
Someone born in 1928 is 97 years old this year.
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What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1928?
According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 1928 was the Year of the Dragon.
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