What are the important events that happened on February 5, 1917? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.
February 5, 1917: Facts & Myths About This Day
February 5, 1917 is the 36th day of the year 1917 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 329 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Monday.
Under the Julian calendar, this day is January 23, 1917 – a Monday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?
Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘triacontahexagon’ day.
If a person born on this day saved a dollar every day starting at age 7, then by now that person has accumulated $36,608.00. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)
Aquarius is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Amethyst is the modern birthstone for this month. Bloodstone is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.
Snake is the mythical animal and Fire is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.
Do people and celebrities interest you? Discover all the February 5 famous birthdays who share your special day. Learn some fun facts about your birthday! (Sponsored link)
February 5, 1917 Historical Events
- 1917 –The Congress of the United States passes the Immigration Act of 1917 over President Woodrow Wilson’s veto. Also known as the Asiatic Barred Zone Act, it forbade immigration from nearly all of south and southeast Asia.
- 1917 –The current constitution of Mexico is adopted, establishing a federal republic with powers separated into independent executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
Who were born on February 5, 1917?
- 1917 –Isuzu Yamada, Japanese actress
Who died on February 5, 1917?
- 1917 –Jaber II Al-Sabah, Emir of Kuwait (b. 1860)
Holy Toledo! Did you know that coffee and word games are an excellent combination to sharpen your vocabulary? Let’s give it a quick spin. Within 30 seconds, how many words can you think of from these letters MAJSMSOEINJ? Check your answers here: Word scramble MAJSMSOEINJ. (Sponsored by WordFinder.Cafe)