What happened today in 1940?

About February 17th, 1940, in brief:

  • Historical events: Erich von Manstein presented a detailed strategic war plan to Adolf Hitler for the invasion of France and the Low Countries. Hitler was deeply impressed by the comprehensive military strategy, which would later become crucial to Germany's early war successes.
  • Day of the week: February 17th, 1940 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • Popular movie: The Four Feathers directed by Shekhar Kapur

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