Wednesday May 24, 1944: on this day

May 24, 1944 was the 145th day of the year 1944, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 24, 1944 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 24, 1944, who was born and died on May 24, 1944, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 24, 1944, which were the most popular songs (ex. I'll Be Seeing You by Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra (Vocal Frank Sinatra)), movies (e.g. This Happy Breed, directed by David Lean), TV series books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 24th, 1944 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 24, 1944?


May 24, 1944 was a Wednesday and it was the 145th day of the year 1944 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 24, 1944 can also be written as 5/24/1944 in the US and as 24/5/1944 in UK and Europe.

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May 24, 1944: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 24, 1944:

  • Icelandic voters sever all ties with denmark.
  • Enver hoxha becomes head of albania anti-fascists.
  • Wwii: six lsts are accidentally destroyed and 163 men killed in pearl harbor's west loch disaster.
  • Börse berlin building burns down after being hit in an air raid during world war ii.[4]
  • Congress of përment occurs which establishes a provisional government in albania in areas under partisan control, the first independent albanian government since 1939. in honor of this the national emblem of albania inscribed this date from 1946 until 1992.

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May 24, 1944: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 24, 1944: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1944 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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May 24, 1944: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 24, 1944 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 1944 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 May 24, 1944 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 07:34 am and setting at 10:42 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 08, 1944 while the next full moon would come on Jun 06, 1944.

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Who was born on May 24, 1944?


Famous people born on May 24, 1944:

  • Patti Labelle

    Patti labelle is a renowned american singer and actress known for her powerful vocals and hits like 'lady marmalade' and 'on my own'.

  • Dominique Lavanant

    French actress, cesar-winning film and theatre actress.

  • Christine Delaroche

    Christine delaroche is a french actress known for her work in french cinema and television.

  • Mirka Sartori

    Italian beauty queen, miss italy 1964.

  • Patti LaBelle [Holt] in Philadelphia

    Pennsylvania, usa; singer (labelle - "lady marmalade").

  • Fiona Walker
  • Tore Nordtvedt
  • Óscar Ortubé
  • Rustam Khamdamov
  • John Smith
  • Sergio Loro Piana
  • DeWitt Menyard
  • Vavá (Luciano Sánchez)

Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:

  • Alfred Molina
    Alfred Molina

    English actor known for his roles in films such as Spider-Man 2, Frida, and The Da Vinci Code.

  • Douglas Fairbanks
    Douglas Fairbanks

    Douglas fairbanks was a prominent american actor known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films, such as 'the mark of zorro' and 'the...

  • Eric Cantona
    Eric Cantona

    He was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.

  • Priscilla Presley
    Priscilla Presley

    German-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.

  • Kristin Scott Thomas
    Kristin Scott Thomas

    Kristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.

  • Jim Broadbent
    Jim Broadbent

    Jim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...

  • Sybil Danning
    Sybil Danning

    American playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.

  • Cecilia Cheung
    Cecilia Cheung

    Actress and singer from hong kong.

  • Lilli Palmer
    Lilli Palmer

    German actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.

  • Tommy Chong
    Tommy Chong

    Comedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.

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May 24, 1944: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 79 years 11 months old,

or 959 months and 2 days old,

or 4170 weeks and 2 days old,

or 29192 days old,

if you were born on May 24, 1944.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 24, 1944?

There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 1944?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 24, 1944.

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May 24, 1944: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 24, 1944:

  • Luigi Mascherpa
  • Mario Segre
  • Inigo Campioni
  • Paolo D'Ancora
  • Matsuji Ijūin
  • Fabrizio Vassalli
  • Giuseppe Zacchini
  • Giordano Bruno Ferrari

What famous deaths happened on May 24th?

Famous deaths on May 24th:

  • Rachel Kempson
    Rachel Kempson

    English-american actress (d.2003).

  • Edward Mulhare
    Edward Mulhare

    Cork city, ireland -- actor.

  • Asta Nielsen
    Asta Nielsen

    Danish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.

  • Guy Kibbee
    Guy Kibbee

    Actor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.

  • George Jessel
    George Jessel

    At 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).

  • John Foster Dulles
    John Foster Dulles

    American, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).

  • Mitzi Green
    Mitzi Green

    Actress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.

  • Nicholaos Copernicus

    Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.

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May 24, 1944: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 24, 1944:

  • Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
  • Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
  • Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
  • Eritrea: National Day.
  • Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
  • Mary, Help of the Christians
  • Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.

Saints celebrated on May 24, 1944:

  • Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
  • Saint Amadl
  • Saint Suzanna
  • Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.
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May 24, 1944: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 24, 1944 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 24, 1944: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1944 was I'll Be Seeing You by Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra (Vocal Frank Sinatra), according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 24, 1944: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 24, 1944 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'll Be Seeing You
  2. - Good Night, Wherever You Are

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May 24, 1944: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 24, 1944 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

This Happy Breed

This Happy Breed

Release year: 1944

Directed by: David Lean

Starring: Robert Newton, Celia Johnson, Amy Veness, Alison Leggatt

Country: United States of America

Mystery Man

Mystery Man

Release year: 1944

Directed by: George Archainbaud

Starring: William Boyd, Andy Clyde, Jimmy Rogers, Don Costello

Ghost Catchers

Ghost Catchers

Release year: 1944

Directed by: Edward F. Cline

Starring: Ole Olsen, Chic Johnson, Gloria Jean, Martha O'Driscoll

None but the Lonely Heart

None but the Lonely Heart

Release year: 1944

Directed by: Clifford Odets

Mr. Skeffington

Mr. Skeffington

Release year: 1944

Directed by: Vincent Sherman

Starring: Bette Davis, Claude Rains, Walter Abel, George Coulouris

Country: United States of America

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Who was the US President on May 24, 1944?

On May 24, 1944 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1944?

On May 24, 1944 the UK Prime Minister was Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 24, 1944?

On May 24, 1944 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about May 24th?

May 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of May. 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 May 24th, such as:

  • 2019 - Iran-united states relations : president donald trump orders 1,500 troops to the persian gulf and several patriot missile launchers as tensions rise between iran and the united states.
  • 2018 - Mississauga restaurant bombing: 15 people were injured when two suspects set off an improvised explosive device in a mississauga restaurant. the suspects fled immediately. (reuters),
  • 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: british police have arrested six suspects in the ongoing investigation into monday's fatal explosion. one of them was a 23-year old man. he was taken into custody on tuesday. (abc news), (reuters) (reuters2) the libyan counter terrorism forces have taken into custody the father ramadan abedi and hashem abedi of salman abedi's suspected bomber.

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What happened in 1944?

1944 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ralph Bunche appointed 1st Negro official in US State Department
  • Soviet army begins offensive at Oranienbaum / Wolchow
  • General Eisenhower arrives in England

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What was the calendar for May 1944?

May 1944 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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 May 1944 calendar looked like.

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