Each day of the calendar is associated with any important events, significant holidays, name days of famous people. No exception and February 19. In the history of Russia, he was remembered primarily as the date of the abolition of serfdom. But there are other important events that occurred in different years around the world on this February day. Many famous people who influenced the course of history also came into existence on February 19th. And the people this day is associated with many interesting signs. Therefore, it will be interesting to learn more about it.
World history
On this day, the world's first synoptic map appeared. It was created by the French astronomer Urbain Le Verrier in 1855. The map was compiled based on measurements of weather forecasters from different European cities. Calculations and their indicators were sent by telegraph. The map displayed air temperature, wind direction, and other synoptic data. Thanks to these maps, you can get a complete picture of the weather condition, as well as explore its possible changes.
This date has remained in history as the day the phonograph appeared. It was patented in 1878 by Thomas Edison and became the first device designed to record and play sound. The phonograph brought its creator worldwide fame. The great merit of the inventor is that he sent the first batch of devices to his famous contemporaries. Thanks to this, today you can hear how the voice of Leo Tolstoy, Anton Pavlovich Chekhov and many others sounds.
February 19 in Burma was remembered the most massive in the history of the attack of crocodiles. In 1935, the reptiles ate nearly a thousand Japanese soldiers who hid in local swamps, trying to hide from the British.
February 19 in the history of Russia
On this day in 1847, doctor Fedor Inozemtsev performed the first surgical operation under ether anesthesia. This was a truly revolutionary event and marked the beginning of an era of anesthesia in medicine.
77 years ago that day, the world's first Soviet drifting research station “North Pole-1” completed its work. Over the nine months of its work, it swam more than two thousand kilometers, and by the end of the research, almost nothing remained of the ice floe on which it was located. The results of the expedition were highly appreciated in the scientific community and played a crucial role in the study of the North Pole.
Peasant Reform
February 19, Russia recalls the history of serfdom and the rejection of it. The so-called peasant reform was the first and perhaps the most significant during the years of the reign of Alexander II. The manifesto was signed in 1861, February 19th. The abolition of serfdom, however, did not become complete, as it provided for a number of additional conditions. In particular, the peasants were considered free and received the right to manage personal property at their discretion.
The landlords were supposed to offer the former serfdom a manor and land. And for this the peasants were obliged for a long time to serve corvee. Thus, the reform did not free the serfs and was not too profitable for the landowners. Nevertheless, it played an important role in the development of capitalist relations in Russia.
By the way, it is interesting that Alexander II himself ascended the throne on this February day, six years earlier.
Famous Birthday
On this February day, many famous personalities were born who influenced the course of world history. Let's mention some of them.
On this day in 1630, Shivaji, the national hero of India, was born. He became famous as a defender of Hinduism, a fighter with Muslim rulers and the creator of an independent marahta state.
On this February day of 1473, the famous astronomer Nikolai Copernicus was born. He was the creator of the heliocentric system of the world - the astronomer was the first to express the idea that our Earth revolves around the Sun, and not vice versa.
On this day in 1945, the famous Soviet and Russian musician, People's Artist of Russia Yuri Antonov was born.
On February 19, one of the most famous Hollywood actors celebrates the holiday. On this day, Benicio del Toro was born .
Date value for Orthodoxy
Over the many years that Christianity has existed, many monks and pilgrims have been canonized and elevated to the faces of saints. February 19, the Russian Orthodox Church commemorates the memory of Photius of Constantinople. He is revered as an ardent defender of the East from the Catholic West. Saint Photius left many works and, without a doubt, was one of the most outstanding people of his time.
Also on the church calendar that day many Christian martyrs are recalled. Among them Dorotheus, Callistus, Christina and Theophilos. They lived and suffered for the faith at the end of the 3rd century. Saint Dorothea adamantly professed Christianity and was executed because she refused to make a sacrifice to the pagan gods.
National celebrations
All over the world on this February day, many interesting holidays are celebrated. Recall some of them. For example, in Armenia, Book Giving Day is celebrated on February 19th. The holiday was established seven years ago, and the date was not chosen by chance. It was on this day that the outstanding writer of the country Hovhannes Tumanyan was born.
In Kyrgyzstan, a feast dedicated to the financial police is celebrated on February 19. The service was founded to effectively combat economic crime. And its best employees are awarded honorary awards that day.
In Nepal, this date is Constitution Day, and in Turkmenistan, a holiday dedicated to the national flag. There are other very unusual celebrations. For example, in the United States on this February day, a holiday dedicated to mint chocolate is celebrated.
Dolphin and Whale Day
There is also a special celebration, which the whole world celebrates on February 19, - Whale Day. Note that this date applies to all marine mammals and other creatures that live in the depths of the underwater world. A moratorium on whaling was signed 19 years ago. It remains valid now. Whale hunting and the meat trade of these animals are prohibited throughout the world. The fact is that in the XIX century, whales were almost completely exterminated, as a result, today many species are listed in the international Red Book. The only exception is indigenous fishing and the seizure of animals for scientific purposes.
This date is marked in order to preserve the whale population, as well as to attract the attention of the masses to the need to protect these unique creatures and all marine mammals in general, since they have a direct impact on the entire ecosystem of the Earth.
What will tell horoscopes?
Many are interested in the following question: “Who according to the horoscope is the person born on February 19 - Aquarius or Pisces?” To answer it is not as easy as it might seem at first glance. The fact is that this date is a borderline for two characters. This is the last day of the rule of Aquarius, and the very next day, Pisces come into its own. Therefore, a person born on February 19 is under the influence of two signs at once. It is characterized by qualities inherent in both Aquarius and Pisces.
In addition, each year the transition from one sign to another occurs at different times. Therefore, it is possible to more accurately determine your zodiac patron, knowing the exact place and time of birth. Using this information, you can find out for sure what sign the sun was on that day.
According to the flower horoscope born on this day, belladonna patronizes. It gives people both internal and external beauty.
According to the Druid calendar, February 19 is under the auspices of the pine. She gives people born on this day grace, courage and perseverance.
An interesting thing is the so-called shadow horoscope, showing the dark sides of human nature. According to him, people born on this day are influenced by the sign of Harpy.
Omens
On February 19, the Orthodox Church celebrates the feast day of St. Vukol. He became the first bishop to serve in Asia Minor. There Vukol converted to the Orthodox faith a huge number of pagans.
In the people this day is associated with the beginning of calving of livestock. Our ancestors had many signs indicating which sex the calves would be and how long they would live. On this day, it was customary to pray for a good hotel. The birth of two calves with the same color was considered a good sign.
February 19 predicted the weather for spring and summer. It was believed that the colder the Vukola, the warmer it will be in March and April. And people believed that if a lonely person reads a prayer on this day, he will soon meet his fate.