February 3rd observes Golden Retriever Day as well as The Day the Music Died.
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February 3 has been a very varied day for facts and past events from world records, war, technology and TV. You’ll find many interesting things that all fall on this awesome day of the year.
Did you know that on this day, February 3, 1815, Switzerland opened the world’s first commercial cheese factory? The large-scale production found real success later on in the US.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about February 3rd in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on February 3 in history? Keep reading to find out!
A Russian cosmonaut flew aboard a NASA Space Shuttle for the first time.
Sergei K. Krikalev made history when he flew aboard NASA's Discovery Space Shuttle for the first mission of the joint Shuttle-Mir Program, STS-60. While later Shuttle-Mir missions did go to the Mir space station, this mission performed several experiments. A major highlight was a live audio and video hookup between the shuttle and Mir. Good Morning America televised the event, in which astronauts from the shuttle and the station communicated with each other.
US President Woodrow Wilson announced that the nation would officially cut relations with Germany.
The cutting of ties happened nearly two and a half years after the breakout of World War 1. Until this point, the US population had generally wished to remain neutral and stay out of the war.
Famous Births
Is today your birthday? If so, did you know that Warwick Davis was also born on this day? Here are more famous people born on this day.
1996
Taylor Caniff
American Internet Personality
Age
29 years old
Born IN
Indiana, USA
1990
Sean Kingston
Jamaican-American Singer
Age
35 years old
Born IN
Florida, USA
1976
Isla Fisher
Australian Actress
Age
49 years old
Born IN
Muscat, Oman
1970
Warwick Davis
English Actor
Age
55 years old
Born IN
England, UK
Birthday & Zodiac
Everyone who was born on February 3rd shares the zodiac sign of Aquarius.
Aquarius is the eleventh zodiac sign and is symbolized by the Water Bearer, a symbol of the Gods bringing essential nutrients to Earth.
Amethyst is the birthstone given to those born in February. Amethyst signifies peace, serenity, and royalty. Wearing this birthstone during this month can help strengthen relationships and provide courage when it’s needed.
Violets, the primary birth flower for February, capture the unwavering loyalty and truth of those born in this month. The secondary birth flower, primroses, embodies young love and optimism.
If you were lucky enough to be born on this day, you were likely conceived around May 13, the year before.
A baby that is conceived on this day will be due around October 27, 2025.
Quotes
Below are the most famous quotes people have said or written on February 3rd throughout history.
1860
“Any fool can make a rule, and any fool will mind it.”
Henry David Thoreau
(American Naturalist)
Special Holidays
Looking for a reason to celebrate? Well, here's a few! These unique holidays are sure to bring some enjoyment to your day.
United States
National Golden Retriever Day
All dogs are man’s best friend, but people do like some breeds more than others. Golden Retrievers are some of the most lovely dogs out there, so lovely that we have a special day to celebrate them! So treat your golden doggo extra nicely today with a new toy and a long walk!
United States
The Day the Music Died
On this day in 1959, Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, and J. P. Richardson all perished in a catastrophic plane crash. Later becoming known as The Day The Music Died, today is a good day to listen to some Buddy Holly and remember these incredible musicians.
Fact Of The Day
Days Until
Your countdown to 2025's upcoming special days!
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