Thursday February 15, 1940: on this day

February 15, 1940 was the 46th day of the year 1940, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 15, 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 February 15, 1940, who was born and died on February 15, 1940, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 15, 1940, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Charlie Chan in Panama, directed by Norman Foster), 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 February 15th, 1940 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 15, 1940?


February 15, 1940 was a Thursday and it was the 46th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 15, 1940 can also be written as 2/15/1940 in the US and as 15/2/1940 in UK and Europe.

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February 15, 1940: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 15th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 15, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 15, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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February 15, 1940: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 15, 1940 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 15, 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 February 15, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 10:21 am and setting at 12:36 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1940.

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Who was born on February 15, 1940?


Famous people born on February 15, 1940:

  • Abdulraheem Kajogbola

    Renowned Nigerian poet known for his impactful verses.

  • Kiro Urdin

    Renowned painter known for his abstract art.

  • Dare Kogberegbe

    Renowned chemist known for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

  • Kiyo Sueyoshi

    Japanese politician who served in the House of Councillors.

  • Philip Kutler

    Renowned political scientist specializing in international relations.

  • Franklin Gothard

    American sculptor known for his abstract works.

  • Elva Hsiao

    Renowned painter known for her abstract art.

  • Vaino Vahing

    Estonian psychiatrist, author, and playwright (b. 1940).

  • İsmail Cem İpekçi

    Turkish journalist and politician, 45th turkish minister of foreign affairs (b. 1940).

  • Hamzah Haz

    Indonesian journalist and politician, 9th vice president of indonesia.

  • John Hadl

    American football coach and player.

  • Ambrogio Pelagalli
  • Scott Davie
  • Lokendra Bahadur Chand
  • Franco Valle
  • Dougie Wood

Whose famous birthday is on February 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 15th:

  • Jane Seymour
    Jane Seymour

    English-american actress, producer, and jewelry designer.

  • Chris Farley
    Chris Farley

    American comedian who died after consuming booze, cocaine, and heroin in his chicago condo 12/18/1997.

  • Claire Bloom
    Claire Bloom

    Claire bloom is an english actress known for her work in film, television, and stage, including roles in classics such as the king's speech...

  • Meera Jasmine
    Meera Jasmine

    Meera jasmine is an indian actress known for her work in malayalam, tamil, and telugu films.

  • Milo Djukanovic
    Milo Djukanovic

    Milo djukanovic is a montenegrin politician who has served as the president and prime minister of montenegro.

  • Rachida Brakni
    Rachida Brakni

    French actress of algerian descent.

  • Marisa Berenson
    Marisa Berenson

    American fashion model with a mysterious, but somewhat empty beauty.

  • Harvey Korman
    Harvey Korman

    American comedian and actor, who has performed on tv commercials and stage.

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Sarah Wynter
    Sarah Wynter

    Australian actress.

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February 15, 1940: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 84 years 1 month old,

or 1009 months and 13 days old,

or 4389 weeks

or 30723 days old,

if you were born on February 15, 1940.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 15, 1940?

There are 324 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 15th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 15, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on February 15, 1940.

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February 15, 1940: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 15, 1940:

  • Teresina Zanni

    Teresina Zanni was an Italian stage and film actress who was a prominent figure in the Italian theater during the early 20th century.

  • Wilmetta Benson

    Wilmetta Benson was a pioneering American playwright who explored themes of social justice and human relationships.

  • Ernesto Lugaro
  • J. H. Rosny aîné
  • Victor Augustin Dupain
  • Otto Toeplitz
  • Valerij Ivanovič Glivenko
  • J.-H. Rosny aîné(Joseph Henri Honoré Boex

What famous deaths happened on February 15th?

Famous deaths on February 15th:

  • Raquel Welch
    Raquel Welch

    American actress with beautiful body (37-22-36), that graced the covers of 92 european magazines and 16 american magazines in 1966.

  • Wally Cox
    Wally Cox

    American comedian and actor.

  • Ethel Merman
    Ethel Merman

    American actress and singer, known as first lady of musical comedy.

  • George Gaynes
    George Gaynes

    Helsinki, finland -- actor (henry punky brewster).

  • Tommy Rettig
    Tommy Rettig

    Actor (lassie), / computer programmer (clipper), died at 54.

  • Christopher Malcolm
    Christopher Malcolm

    Scottish-canadian actor, director, and producer (b. 1946).

  • Richard Feynman

    Richard Feynman was an American physicist known for his work in quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics.

  • Journe Feynman

    Journe Feynman was an American theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

  • Castin Feynman

    Castin Feynman was an American physicist who made significant contributions to the development of quantum mechanics and quantum...

  • Shadie Habash

    Award-winning director known for their impactful documentaries.

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February 15, 1940: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 15, 1940:

  • John Frum Day in Vanuatu [1]
  • Gummy Bear Day in United States
  • National Day in Serbia
  • Lupercalia
  • Candlemas in Russia and other Eastern Orthodox countries
  • Blessed Claude de la ColombiFre
  • Flag Day in Canada

Saints celebrated on February 15, 1940:

  • Saint Siegfried of Sweden
  • Saints Faustin and Jovita
  • Saint Georgia

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February 15, 1940: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 15, 1940 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

Castle on the Hudson

Castle on the Hudson

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Anatole Litvak

Starring: John Garfield, Ann Sheridan, Pat O'Brien, Burgess Meredith

My Little Chickadee

My Little Chickadee

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Edward F. Cline

Starring: Mae West, W.C. Fields, Joseph Calleia, Dick Foran

Country: United States of America

Swiss Family Robinson

Swiss Family Robinson

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Edward Ludwig

Starring: Thomas Mitchell, Edna Best, Freddie Bartholomew, Terry Kilburn

Country: United States of America

February 15, 1940: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 15, 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 February 15, 1940?

On February 15, 1940 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 15, 1940?

On February 15, 1940 the UK Prime Minister was Neville Chamberlain (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 15, 1940?

On February 15, 1940 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 15th?

February 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of February. 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 February 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 kaduna state massacre - gunmen killed 66 people in nigeria's kaduna state, with 34 of them being women or children. this attack occurred one day before the election, which was delayed by another week.
  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: according to the united nations, more than 10,000 afghan civilians were wounded or killed in 2017 in war in afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Conflict in north-west pakistan: at least seven people are killed in two bombings in pakistan. five people are killed by a suicide bomber at the mohmand agency tribal administrative headquarters, while two others are injured at peshawar's hospital. jamaat-ul ahrar claimed responsibility for the initial attack.

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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 February 1940?

February 1940 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

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