Friday March 01, 1940: on this day

March 01, 1940 was the 61st day of the year 1940, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.

Is March 01, 1940 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 01, 1940, who was born and died on March 01, 1940, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 01, 1940, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Too Many Husbands, directed by Wesley Ruggles), TV series (e.g. Nbc News (1940 Tv Series)) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 1st, 1940 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 01, 1940?


March 01, 1940 was a Friday and it was the 61st day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 01, 1940 can also be written as 3/1/1940 in the US and as 1/3/1940 in UK and Europe.

March 01, 1940 in March 1940 calendar

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March 01, 1940: What happened on that day?


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March 01, 1940: What were the magazines covers that day?

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March 01, 1940: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 1st is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 01, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 01, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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March 01, 1940: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 01, 1940 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 01, 1940 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on March 01, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 01:12 am and setting at 12:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 23, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Mar 23, 1940.

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Who was born on March 01, 1940?


Famous people born on March 01, 1940:

  • Ravindra Goswami

    Noted physicist specializing in theoretical astrophysics and cosmology.

  • Etienne Mougeotte

    La rochefoucauld journalist.

  • Ladd Thorne

    Renowned physicist known for his contributions to gravitational physics.

  • Robert Grossman

    American painter, sculptor, and author (d. 2018).

  • Robin Gray

    Australian politician, 37th premier of tasmania.

  • Ralph Towner in Chehalis

    Washington, usa: rocker (oregon weather report).

  • Brian Waites

    English golfer.

  • David Broome

    Show jumping (world champion-1970).

  • Gene Perla
  • Jürgen Brecht
  • Ralph Towner
  • Nuala O'Faolain

Whose famous birthday is on March 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 1st:

  • Justin Bieber
    Justin Bieber

    Canadian singer and teenager heart-throb.

  • Lupita Nyong'o
    Lupita Nyong'o

    Lupita nyong'o is a kenyan-mexican actress known for her roles in movies such as 12 years a slave and black panther.

  • Jensen Ackles
    Jensen Ackles

    Jensen ackles is an american actor known for his role as dean winchester on the tv show supernatural.

  • Zack Snyder
    Zack Snyder

    Zack snyder is a director known for his work on superhero films such as 'man of steel' and 'justice league'.

  • Javier Bardem
    Javier Bardem

    Spanish actor.

  • Ron Howard
    Ron Howard

    American child actor, director, writer, and producer.

  • Roger Daltrey
    Roger Daltrey

    British actor, singer, and musician.

  • Catherine Bach
    Catherine Bach

    Catherine bach is an american tv actress best known for her role as daisy duke in the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Mark-Paul Gosselaar
    Mark-Paul Gosselaar

    Mark-paul gosselaar is an american actor best known for his role as zack morris on the television series saved by the bell.

  • Robert Conrad
    Robert Conrad

    American actor, seen more on tv than film with the series "hawaiian eye," the wild, wild west, and "the d.a.

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March 01, 1940: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 84 years and 18 days old,

or 1008 months and 18 days old,

or 4385 weeks and 4 days old,

or 30699 days old,

if you were born on March 01, 1940.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 01, 1940?

There are 347 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 01, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on March 01, 1940.

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March 01, 1940: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 01, 1940:

  • A. H. Tammsaare

    Estonian author (b. 1878).

  • Anton Hansen Tammsaare

    Estonian author (born 1878).

  • Josef Swickard

    Actor (lost city tale of 2 cities), died at 73.

  • Martti Marttelin

What famous deaths happened on March 1st?

Famous deaths on March 1st:

  • Jean Le Poulain
    Jean Le Poulain

    French actor.

  • María Rubio
    María Rubio

    Mexican television, film and stage actress (b. 1934).

  • Grove Kern

    Renowned composer known for his contributions to American musical theater.

  • Jacobus van 't Hoff

    Pioneer in the field of chemical kinetics and thermodynamics.

  • Evona Walska

    Renowned opera singer known for her dramatic soprano voice.

  • Ermalee Butler

    Renowned biologist known for her work on genetics and cell biology.

  • Mearle Savage

    Renowned jazz saxophonist known for his innovative style.

  • Providencia Velázquez

    Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.

  • Cono Melia

    Argentinian playwright known for his innovative works.

  • Saharah Emerson

    Saharah Emerson was an acclaimed American novelist whose works often delved into the complexities of family dynamics and the human...

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March 01, 1940: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 01, 1940:

  • Self Injury Awareness Day
  • Historically, March 1st was considered to be the beginning of the Roman 'work year' as January (the official first month) and February were unfit for warfare. The numerical Latin names of some months reflect this. (September = Seventh, October = Eighth, November = Ninth, December = Tenth). (see New Year).
  • Korea - Independence Movement Day (Samiljeol; ???).
  • Iceland - This day is called the Beer Day, but this day in 1989 beer was allowed again.
  • Martisor - a seasonal holiday in Romania.
  • Baba Marta - a Bulgarian custom when the Martenitsa is worn for good health and luck symbolizing the beginning of the spring season in Bulgaria.
  • Eight Hours Day - Tasmania, Australia.
  • Labour day - Western Australia.
  • World Day of Prayer.
  • Roman Empire - The sacred fire of Rome was renewed (See Vesta).

Observances on March 01, 1940:

  • World Seagrass Day
  • Zero Discrimination Day [UNAIDS]

Saints celebrated on March 01, 1940:

  • Saint Eudoxia
  • Saint David's Day (National Holiday of Wales).
  • Saint Albin
  • Saint Swidbert
  • Saint Monan, largely legendary Scottish saint.

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March 01, 1940: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 01, 1940 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Too Many Husbands

Too Many Husbands

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Wesley Ruggles

Starring: Jean Arthur, Fred MacMurray, Melvyn Douglas, Harry Davenport

The House of the Seven Gables

The House of the Seven Gables

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Joe May

Starring: George Sanders, Margaret Lindsay, Vincent Price, Dick Foran

Strange Cargo

Strange Cargo

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Frank Borzage

Starring: Clark Gable, Joan Crawford, Ian Hunter, Peter Lorre

Charlie Chan in Panama

Charlie Chan in Panama

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Norman Foster

Starring: Sidney Toler, Jean Rogers, Lionel Atwill, Mary Nash

Knights of the Range

Knights of the Range

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Lesley Selander

Starring: Russell Hayden, Victor Jory, Jean Parker, Morris Ankrum

March 01, 1940: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 01, 1940 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

NBC News (1940 TV Series)

NBC News (1940 TV Series)

Release year: 1940

Down on the Farm

Down on the Farm

Release year: 1939

Starring: A.G. Street

Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair

Release year: 1939

Directed by: nbcu

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Who was the US President on March 01, 1940?

On March 01, 1940 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 01, 1940?

On March 01, 1940 the UK Prime Minister was Neville Chamberlain (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 01, 1940?

On March 01, 1940 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about March 1st?

March 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of March. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on March 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - Amazon plans to open many grocery stores in major u.s. cities. (the wall street journal).
  • 2018 - Donald trump's presidency: president donald trump announced plans to impose tariffs upon steel and aluminum imports. (bbc),
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: 16 deaths and 40 injuries after suicide bombers attacked kabul. the taliban claimed responsibility.

Find out more about March 1st

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What happened in 1940?

1940 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • WPG-AM in Atlantic City, New Jersey consolidates with WBIL andWOV as new WOV
  • FCC hears 1st transmission of FM radio with clear, static-free signal
  • Foreign correspondents in the Netherlands under censorship

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What was the calendar for March 1940?

March 1940 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how March 1940 calendar looked like.

Friday March 1, 1940