Tuesday, 25th March 1952 in Paris
Welcome to your daily snapshot of Paris! It's International Day of Remembrance of Slavery Victims. Explore 54 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in Paris. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in Paris brings rainy with temperatures between 5°C and 11°C. Tonight's moon is in its waxing gibbous phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Aries. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Tuesday, 25th March in Paris, FR.
On Tuesday, 25th March 1952, Paris experienced rainy weather as the city lay under a waxing gibbous moon. The French capital, situated on the Seine River in northern France, serves as the country's principal centre for politics, culture and commerce. Paris has long been a focal point for European intellectual and artistic movements, drawing visitors and residents from across the continent. On this particular date, the zodiac sign was Aries, marking a period in the spring calendar associated with new beginnings.
Throughout history, the date of 25th March has witnessed significant moments that shaped modern society. In 1948, meteorologists at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City issued the world's first tornado forecast after identifying weather patterns similar to a previous storm. Further back, in 1949, the Soviet Union initiated mass deportations of more than 90,000 people deemed undesirable from the Baltic states to Siberia, an action that would leave lasting scars on the region. These events, separated by years yet connected by the same calendar date, represent pivotal moments in twentieth-century history.
The significance of historical dates extends beyond dramatic events to scientific achievements as well. Enrico Fermi's 1934 publication of his discovery of neutron-induced radioactivity fundamentally advanced our understanding of nuclear science and earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics. Such breakthroughs remind us that any given date can mark the beginning of discoveries that reshape human knowledge and capability. DayAtlas shows weather on this day, events, famous births and deaths for any date and location, providing users with comprehensive historical and meteorological information for research and reference.
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What the Weather Had in Store for Paris on 25th March 1952
Patience plants seeds; rush harvests weeds.
Fortune of the Day
25th March in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality People born on 25 March blend classic Aries energy with Jupiterian generosity and wisdom. They are direct, enthusiastic natural pioneers eager to explore new frontiers. Their impulsiveness is tempered by expansive thinking and broader perspective.
Strengths & Weaknesses Strengths include courage, initiative, and infectious energy that inspires others. Weaknesses stem from occasional impatience and starting projects too hastily. Jupiter's influence helps them think more strategically and long-term.
Love These individuals bring passion and authenticity to relationships. They seek partners who share their adventurous spirit and appreciate their directness. Loyalty and generosity form the foundation of their romantic nature.
Caree & Finance Those born on this date thrive in roles requiring leadership and innovation. Entrepreneurial spirit and calculated risk-taking often lead to financial opportunities. Their optimism transforms obstacles into growth potential.
Health These natives possess abundant energy but need consistent physical activity. Overactivity risks burnout; balance between action and rest proves essential. Endurance sports support both physical and mental wellbeing effectively.
That night, the moon was in its waxing gibbous phase.
Chinese year of the Dragon (Water).
Fun Facts About 25th March
Name Days in Your Language: Allegra, Chiquita, Teena, Tina, Tiny
Someone born on this day in 1952 would be 74 years old today — just 27,037 days into life, which is roughly 648,892 hours, 38,933,560 minutes, or 2,336,013,608 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 85. day of the year.
As this is a leap year, there are 281 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 13 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 25th March
- Daniel Boulud, French chef and author (1955)
- Lee Mazzilli, American baseball player, coach, and manager (1955)
- Thom Loverro, American journalist and author (1954)
- Christos Ardizoglou, Greek footballer (1953)
- Robert Fox, English producer and manager (1953)
- Vesna Pusić, Croatian sociologist and politician, Deputy Prime Minister of Croatia (1953)
- Haroon Rasheed, Pakistani cricketer and coach (1953)
- Stephen Dorrell, English soldier and politician, Secretary of State for Health (1952)
- Antanas Mockus, Colombian mathematician, philosopher, and politician, Mayor of Bogotá (1952)
- Jumbo Tsuruta, Japanese wrestler (died 2000) (1951)
Lives Remembered on 25th March
- Tapani Kansa, Finnish singer (born 1949) (2025)
- Terry Manning, American musician and recording engineer (born 1947) (2025)
- Taylor Hawkins, American drummer and singer (born 1972) (2022)
- Beverly Cleary, American author (born 1916) (2021)
- Floyd Cardoz, Indian-born American chef (born 1960) (2020)
- Barrie Hole, Welsh footballer (born 1942) (2019)
- Cuthbert Sebastian, St. Kitts and Nevis politician (born 1921) (2017)
- Shannon Bolin, American actress and singer (born 1917) (2016)
- George Fischbeck, American journalist and educator (born 1922) (2015)
- Lorna Arnold, English historian and author (born 1915) (2014)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 25th March
- Anniversary of the Arengo and the Feast of the Militants (San Marino)
- Christian feast days: Feast of the Annunciation
- Christian feast days: March 25 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Christian Saints' days Ælfwold II of Sherborne
- Christian Saints' days Blessed Marie-Alphonsine Danil Ghattas
- Christian Saints' days Omelyan Kovch (Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church)
- Christian Saints' days Dismas, the "Good Thief"
- Christian Saints' days Hilary Paweł Januszewski
- Christian Saints' days Humbert of Maroilles
- Christian Saints' days Josaphata Hordashevska
- Christian Saints' days Margaret Clitherow
- Christian Saints' days Procopius of Sázava
- Christian Saints' days Quirinus of Tegernsee
- Commemoration Day for the Victims of Communist Genocide (Latvia)
- Cultural Workers Day (Russia)
- Empress Menen's Birthday (Rastafari)
- EU Talent Day (European Union)
- Freedom Day (Belarus)
- Independence Day, celebrates the start of Greek War of Independence from the Ottoman Empire, in 1821. (Greece)
- International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade (international)
- International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members (United Nations General Assembly)
- International Day of the Unborn Child (international)
- Maryland Day (Maryland, United States)
- Medal of Honor Day (United States)
- Mother's Day (Slovenia)
- New Year's Day (Lady Day) in England, Wales, Ireland, and some of the future United States and Canada from 1155 through 1751, until the Calendar (New Style) Act 1750 moved it to 1 January and adopted the Gregorian calendar. (The year 1751 began on 25 March; the year 1752 began on 1 January.) It was also New Years Day in Scotland until (and including) 25 March 1599; 1600 in Scotland began in 1 January – see Calendar (New Style) Act 1750#Scotland.
- New Year's Day (Lady Day) in England, Wales, Ireland, and some of the future United States and Canada from 1155 through 1751, until the Calendar (New Style) Act 1750 moved it to 1 January and adopted the Gregorian calendar. (The year 1751 began on 25 March; the year 1752 began on 1 January.) Some other European countries also celebrated 25 March as New Years Day until the late Medieval period – see New Year#Historical European new year dates.
- NZ Army Day
- Quarter day (first of four) in Ireland and England.
- Struggle for Human Rights Day (Slovakia)
- Tolkien Reading Day
- Vårfrudagen or Våffeldagen, "Waffle Day" (Sweden, Norway & Denmark)
What Happened on 25th March?
- Syrian civil war: Following the completion of the Afrin offensive, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) initiate an insurgency against the Turkish occupation of the Afrin District. (2018)
- Capitol Hill massacre: A gunman kills six people before taking his own life at a party in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. (2006)
- Protesters demanding a new election in Belarus, following the rigged 2006 Belarusian presidential election, clash with riot police. Opposition leader Aleksander Kozulin is among several protesters arrested. (2006)
- The European Union's Veterinarian Committee bans the export of British beef and its by-products as a result of mad cow disease (Bovine spongiform encephalopathy). (1996)
- WikiWikiWeb, the world's first wiki, and part of the Portland Pattern Repository, is made public by Ward Cunningham. (1995)
- The Candle demonstration in Bratislava is the first mass demonstration of the 1980s against the communist regime in Czechoslovakia. (1988)
- The first fully functional Space Shuttle orbiter, Columbia, is delivered to the John F. Kennedy Space Center to be prepared for its first launch. (1979)
- Faisal of Saudi Arabia is shot and killed by his nephew. (1975)
- The Army of the Republic of Vietnam abandon an attempt to cut off the Ho Chi Minh trail in Laos. (1971)
- Civil rights activists led by Martin Luther King Jr. successfully complete their four-day 50-mile (80 km) march from Selma to the capitol in Montgomery, Alabama. (1965)