Eric Tonks (1914-1994) was an English writer and historian known for his contributions to the study of British industrial railways. He is recognized as a pioneer in the field of industrial archaeology, particularly relating to railways and quarrying. In addition to his work in industrial history, Tonks was an accomplished jazz discographer, documenting the history and significance of jazz music. His work has had a lasting impact on both railway history and the appreciation of jazz.
Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac
Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac
Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 346 days away.
Death Anniversary
Next death anniversary is 143 days away.
Death Date
Place of Birth
Time Zone - Europe/London (0:0 W)
Chinese Zodiac Sign
Birth Number
Life Path Number
Name Number (Chaldean)
Name Number (Pythagorean)
Meaning of the name - Eric
everlasting ruler, powerful ruler
Read Full Eric Name AnalysisJuly 17, 1914 Facts
Generation Group
Eric Tonks belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Birmingham
Place of Death: Birmingham
Occupation: non-fiction writer
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.
Ephemeris for July 17, 1914
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on July 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for July 17, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 24 Cancer 2 | 25 Cancer 10 | 12 Scorpio 14 |
| Moon | 17 Taurus 52 | 18 Aries 10 | 9 Gemini 40 |
| Mercury | 22 Cancer 50 | 15 Leo 33 | 16 Scorpio 49 |
| Venus | 2 Virgo 13 | 14 Gemini 22 | 12 Sagittarius 14 |
| Mars | 12 Virgo 38 | 17 Virgo 30 | 25 Scorpio 45 |
| Jupiter | 19 Aquarius 58 | 8 Cancer 33 | 13 Aquarius 22 |
| Saturn | 26 Gemini 38 | 1 Aries 48 | 2 Cancer 41 |
| Uranus | 10 Aquarius 14 | 0 Gemini 27 | 7 Aquarius 47 |
| Neptune | 27 Cancer 48 | 2 Aries 7 | 0 Leo 28 |
| Pluto | 1 Cancer 13 | 2 Aquarius 45 | 2 Cancer 1 |
| Rahu | 7 Pisces 56 | 21 Pisces 2 | 2 Pisces 3 |
| Ketu | 7 Virgo 56 | 21 Virgo 2 | 2 Virgo 3 |
Chandra Kundali (Equal House, North Indian Diamond Chart)
