February 4.

Every day people wake up, go to work, have dinner, watch TV and do other chores.But not everyone thinks about what takes place in the history of Russia and the world a specific date, for example, February 4.What are the key events happened on this day?What are people born?What festivals are celebrated?Answers to all questions, and many more interesting facts are given below.

Historical events

4 February - is an important date in the global and Russian history.On this day, there have been many significant and interesting events that are allowed to make reforms in Russia, create a new product and a new unit of society.But first things first.

So, February 4, 1722 the Russian government adopted a ranking, which is divided officials and civil servants in the 14 classes.This allowed more honestly to build a career, relying solely on the talents and knowledge of the employee, rather than the useful connections and acquaintances.

Another interesting event occurred already in the XIX century, to be exact - in 1862.Entrepreneur F. Bacardi founded his own company on the island of Cuba for the production of new unique alcoholic beverage made from sugar cane.Since then, the drink has become very popular around the world, and his name - rum.

XX century, more precisely in 1939, revealed to the world a new social unit consisting of the legendary Frank Sinatra and Nancy Barbato.In this marriage were born three children.Unfortunately, after 12 years of marriage, the couple separated.By the way, the children have no more Sinatra.

extremely important date in Soviet history - Feb. 4, 1945.That day was held in Yalta Yalta Conference, which was attended by the head of the United States, Great Britain and the Soviet Union.The meeting was devoted to the elimination of the consequences of war and economic stabilization of the economic situation in Europe.

Sports events

In 1899, was founded by the famous German football club with a rich set of various titles and list of legendary players over the years are part of it.This is the "Werther" - four-time champion and a multiple winner of the German Cup.

February 4 opening of the Winter Olympics in 1932 and 1976.Games 1932 officially began with the speech of the future president of the United States - Roosevelt.At the opening ceremony the flag of a Member State carrying a woman.Such an event occurred in the world of sport for the first time.Games, held in 1976 in Innsbruck, became literally and figuratively golden for Soviet athletes: the members of the team managed to win 13 awards the highest standard, winning the overall standings with an incredible margin.

Events Feb. 4 are not limited.In yet another Winter Olympics Soviet national hockey team rose to the highest step of the podium.The best player of the tournament on the right has been recognized by the legendary Vsevolod Bobrov, scoring 11 goals.

Zodiac people born February 4

This day zodiacal calendar dates back to the birth of Aquarius.It is a sign of the air element, and it is managed by Saturn and Uranus.Aquarius - the contradictory nature, always striving for the attainment of freedom and new experiences.Sometimes representatives of the sign in the pursuit of all new and unknown can walk to the madness, it is not thinking about the consequences.

Aquarians are unconventional look at the world and other people.They are interested in philosophy, they are often the followers of any theories.Aquarians are by nature very kind and compassionate people, they are always ready to help in a difficult situation.Born February 4 deny their dependence on material goods, but in fact they can not live without adequate facilities and funds.

originality of Aquarius - another hallmark of, making their ability to highly sought after by other people.Recognition and praise - the best reward for the representatives of this sign.

Astrologers highlight some features of people born February 4.Zodiac determines that its representatives happy colors are all shades of blue, from light blue to dark "electrician", as well as silver.We should pay particular attention to the potential of the disease, which frequently affect Aquarians.So, it is necessary to protect the heart and blood vessels, and joints, bones of the foot and lower leg.

There is a list of names for those born on the 4th of February.Zodiac recommends the following names: Aida, Alice, Arthur, Victoria, Vitaly, Vsevolod, Gregory, Inna, Kseniya, Oksana, Roman, Svetlana, Simon, Timothy Edward.

born on this day famous people

Celebrities born February 4, are people whose names can be placed in a huge list of names and achievements.Among the famous personalities who have left an imprint on the history of the world, the great French writer Rabelais, author of "The Enchanted Wanderer" and "Lefty" Nikolai Leskov, writer Prishvin, a lot of directors, actors, poets, politicians and public figures.

But perhaps the most striking and famous "birthday girl" became a huge and most popular in the world to date, social network "Facebook", created by M. Zuckerberg.It is interesting that, according to experts, the network had to be defeated and did not enjoy success with users, but luck programmer who is now one of the youngest billionaires in the world.

Athletes Birthdays

This day was the date of birth is not only the stars of culture and sport.So, in 1906, she was born the first world boxing champion by the name of Primo Carnera.Italian by birth, he is in his career won 72 fight knockout, but was forced to finish the speech in professional boxing because of the removal of the kidney.

Another no less popular boxer, nicknamed "The Golden Boy" Oscar De La Hoya, also celebrating his birthday in February.He became the Olympic champion in 1992, won many world titles.

incredible career in professional sports built Oleg Protasov, Soviet football.He has performed as a part of many Russian and European clubs, has twice been named the best and most productive hitter USSR coached teams like "Olympiacos", "Dinamo", "growth" and others.

Birthdays in this day

According to Orthodox tradition, name day is called an angel, that is the day of the saint after whom the person is given a name.Thus, the name day is celebrated on February 4 Leonty, Peter Makar, Anastasius, Timothy, Yuri, George, Ivan and Gabriel.On this day people go to church, pray to their saints, you can partake of and to repent of their own sins.You should always greet people wearing such names.February 4 to get rid of negative thoughts, try to help others.

It should be noted that the name day and birthday - are different concepts, although in a sense, the name day - the birth of a man in the church, the communion of the Christian religion and culture, the beginning of a new life.Traditional celebration of the birthday does not belong to the church.

Celebrations

What people say February 4?The holiday good cheer, for example.On this day, allowed good jokes and jokes on your friends, you can not quarrel and lose heart.

Another important event - the Day of the fight against cancer.This festival is extremely useful for the society, as it allows you to draw additional attention to the issue of people with cancers, spend a lot of charity events to raise funds for the development of drugs and therapies for carrying patients.Each year the event is being held to a particular topic, such as "Create a clean environment," "Learn about vaccines," and so on. D.

Orthodox holidays

In folk tradition and the Christian religion important day is February 4.Festival dedicated to the Holy Apostle Timothy, celebrated throughout the country.This devout man was trying to preach Christianity to the Gentiles, and was stoned to death.Timothy was a disciple of the Apostle Paul.He took it with him after his sermon at Lystra.Timothy as his teacher, died a martyr's death, and this is in addition to his righteous life dedicated to the service of God, was canonized.This holiday in the popular tradition associated with lots of signs.

Folk traditions and signs

According to popular belief, it is the time cold start, called Timofeevskaya, accompanied by blizzards.They connected a large number will.For example, if a frost misted window, then soon it becomes warmer.If the frost on the glass curls in fancy shapes, the cold weather is expected to continue.Shoots "snow plants" on the window frame can "grow" down.This sign is considered the beginning of first thaw.

On this day inspected houses bees in the apiary.By the nature of buzz, you can determine how easy insects survive the winter.If the buzz almost inaudible, so they feel comfortable.If they are concerned, it is unsuccessful.

Day Lunar

The origin of the lunar calendar is considered to be the New Year.February 4, respectively, each time gets a new phase of the moon.The standard describes the lunar calendar every day of a particular month to several positions: the number of days from the beginning of the lunar year, the Moon in the zodiacal constellation, the phase of the moon and how favorable this particular day.For example, take this year on February 4.Moon day, corresponding to a given number - 16. The moon enters the constellation of Leo.This day marks the beginning of the third full moon in the morning.These days with the astrological point of view are considered to be unfavorable to the important decisions and making proactive in any area.

importance attached astorologi days when people are going to change something in their appearance.Fourth of February is considered inauspicious for hiking in beauty salons.