Friday March 15, 1940: on this day

March 15, 1940 was the 75th day of the year 1940, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.

Is March 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 March 15, 1940, who was born and died on March 15, 1940, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 15, 1940, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Rebecca, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), 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 15th, 1940 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 15, 1940?


March 15, 1940 was a Friday and it was the 75th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 15, 1940 can also be written as 3/15/1940 in the US and as 15/3/1940 in UK and Europe.

March 15, 1940 in March 1940 calendar

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


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 15th 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 15, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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

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


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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 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 March 15, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 09:42 am and setting at 12:21 am.

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 15, 1940?


Famous people born on March 15, 1940:

  • Ishaaq Khan

    Former President of Pakistan known for his role in politics.

  • Khaliel Abu-Saba

    Renowned physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Rastus Simpson

    Renowned jazz saxophonist and composer.

  • Camp Bowie

    Celebrated poet known for his introspective works.

  • Archivaldo Pacheco

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers.

  • Mayjor Lindsay

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers.

  • Maclan Wright

    Renowned poet celebrated for his lyrical works.

  • Joda Barnes

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers.

  • Trask MacDonald

    Notable poet recognized for his introspective and emotive verses.

  • Tomio Kaneko

    Renowned chemist specializing in organic chemistry.

  • Alioune Badara Bèye

    Alioune Badara Bèye is a Senegalese poet known for his contributions to Negritude literature.

  • Sadik Kajogbola

    Known for advancements in the field of chemistry.

  • Salim Basha

    Renowned Omani poet known for his contributions to Arabic literature.

  • Phil Lesh

    American bass player (grateful dead, furthur and the other ones).

  • Jacques Hustin

    Belgian singer-songwriter, artist.

  • Anil Dharker

    Pioneering Indian journalist and writer who founded the Mumbai International Literary Festival.

  • Darleen Franklin

    Pioneering chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

  • Olin Eggen

    Contributed to the study of variable stars and stellar evolution.

  • Wayland Rufner

    American painter known for his abstract expressionist works.

  • Loyal Jodar

    Loyal Jodar is a French politician who has held various government positions.

Whose famous birthday is on March 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 15th:

  • Alia Bhatt
    Alia Bhatt

    Alia bhatt is a prominent indian movie actress known for her versatile acting skills and successful career in bollywood.

  • Bret Michaels
    Bret Michaels

    Bret michaels is a rock singer known for being the lead vocalist of the band poison and for his solo career.

  • Eva Longoria
    Eva Longoria

    Tejano parents were the first to give birth to an american actress for film and television.

  • Kellan Lutz
    Kellan Lutz

    Kellan lutz is an american actor and model known for his role as emmett cullen in the twilight film series.

  • Young Buck
    Young Buck

    Young buck is an american rapper known for being a member of the hip-hop group g-unit and for his solo career.

  • Judd Hirsch
    Judd Hirsch

    American actor.

  • Joaquim de Almeida
    Joaquim de Almeida

    Portuguese-american actor.

  • Zarah Leander
    Zarah Leander

    Swedish actress and singer leander.

  • John Gregson
    John Gregson

    Actor (rooney assassin) dies at 55.

  • Sean Biggerstaff
    Sean Biggerstaff

    Sean biggerstaff is a scottish actor known for his role as oliver wood in the harry potter film series.

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


You are 84 years and 13 days old,

or 1008 months and 13 days old,

or 4384 weeks and 6 days old,

or 30694 days old,

if you were born on March 15, 1940.

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

There are 352 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 15th 2025.

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

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

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


Famous people died on March 15, 1940:

  • Jove Dubois

    Jove Dubois was a French essayist and intellectual who explored themes of philosophy, art, and cultural identity.

  • Emmersen Bauer

    Emmersen Bauer was a German sculptor who created renowned public sculptures and monuments.

  • Nevelyn Sinclair

    Nevelyn Sinclair was a Scottish playwright whose works often explored social and political themes.

  • Burwell Tanner

    Burwell Tanner was a prolific British playwright whose works explored the complexities of human relationships.

  • Nae Ionescu
  • Cesare Zoppetti

What famous deaths happened on March 15th?

Famous deaths on March 15th:

  • Ann Sothern
    Ann Sothern

    American actress who made her film debut in 1929.

  • Ron Silver
    Ron Silver

    American actor, director, and political activist (d. 2009).

  • Thora Hird
    Thora Hird

    She was an english actress who first made frequent appearances in films before she rose to fame in comedy television.

  • Sally Forrest
    Sally Forrest

    American actress and dancer (b. 1928).

  • Gail Davis
    Gail Davis

    American singer and actress.

  • Sylvia Anderson
    Sylvia Anderson

    English voice actress and television and film producer (b. 1927).

  • Thiana Garcia

    Bestselling author known for her captivating novels.

  • Aldyn Khan

    Distinguished politician known for his advocacy for social justice and equality.

  • Yariela Martinez

    Bestselling author known for her impactful novels that touched the hearts of many.

  • Malaisha Kumar

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

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


Holidays on March 15, 1940:

  • International Day Against Police Brutality
  • Turkey buzzards return to Hinckley, Ohio.
  • Blessed Arnicus of Averbode
  • For corporations in the United States that use the calendar year as their fiscal year, the date on which the corporation must file its corporate income tax return
  • Constitution Day in Belarus
  • National holiday in Hungary celebrating the 1848 Revolution. (See also Public holidays in Hungary)
  • World Consumer Rights Day [2]
  • In Japan, Hounen Matsuri
  • In the Roman calendar, the Ides of March.

Observances on March 15, 1940:

  • International Day to Combat Islamophobia

Saints celebrated on March 15, 1940:

  • Saint Clemens Maria Hofbauer (died 1820)
  • Saint Lucretia
  • Saint Luise of Marillac

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

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

Rebecca

Rebecca

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, George Sanders, Judith Anderson

Country: United States of America

Primrose Path

Primrose Path

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Gregory La Cava

Starring: Ginger Rogers, Joel McCrea, Marjorie Rambeau, Henry Travers

Country: United States of America

Band Waggon

Band Waggon

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Marcel Varnel

Starring: Arthur Askey, Jack Hylton and His Band, Richard Murdoch, Pat Kirkwood

Midnight Limited

Midnight Limited

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Howard Bretherton

Starring: John 'Dusty' King, Marjorie Reynolds, George Cleveland, Edward Keane

Virginia City

Virginia City

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Michael Curtiz

Starring: Errol Flynn, Miriam Hopkins, Randolph Scott, Humphrey Bogart

Country: United States of America

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

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

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on March 15, 1940?

On March 15, 1940 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about March 15th?

March 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - Two attacks on christchurch mosques, new zealand, resulted in at least 50 deaths and many more injuries.
  • 2018 - Economy of the united states. after accumulating us$20billion in debt, iheartmedia (the largest u.s. broadcaster), files for chapter 11 bankruptcy. (cnn]southern grocers announces plans to file for bankruptcy, and close 94 of their locations.
  • 2017 - Israeli authorities shot into a car while it was ramming at a bus shelter at gush etzion junction, west bank. since october 2015, 13 palestinians and three israelis were killed. fatima jibrin taqatqa (16) had lost control of her car. the teenager is now in critical condition. (jewish press),

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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.

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