What happened on Sunday January 02, 1944?

Here's what happened on January 02, 1944:

• Allied Landing at Saidor, Papua New Guinea As part of Operation Dexterity, Allied forces initiated a strategic landing at Saidor in Papua New Guinea. This operation was crucial in the Pacific Theater, aimed at disrupting Japanese defensive positions and advancing Allied control in the region.
• First Military Helicopter Deployment in World War II The British military conducted the first operational use of helicopters during wartime, specifically for Atlantic patrol missions. This marked a significant technological milestone in aerial warfare, demonstrating the potential of rotary-wing aircraft for reconnaissance and maritime operations.
• French General Appointed in World War II North African Campaign General Jean de Lattre de Tassigny was appointed to command French Army B, becoming a key leadership figure within the Sixth United States Army Group operating in North Africa. This appointment represented the continued Allied cooperation and integration of Free French forces in the war effort.

Events in 1944

January 02, 1944: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 02, 1944

Newspapers from Jan. 02, 1944

January 02, 1944 was a Sunday and it was the 2nd day of the year 1944 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 02, 1944 can also be written as 1/2/1944 in the US and as 2/1/1944 in UK and Europe.

January 02, 1944 in January 1944 calendar

Famous people born on January 02, 1944:

• Norodom Ranariddh

  Cambodian royal politician who served as the first prime minister and was a key figure in Cambodia's post-Khmer Rouge political transition.

• Paul Chemla

  Renowned French bridge player famous for his distinctive appearance and love of cigars.

• Péter Eötvös

  Prominent Hungarian contemporary classical music composer and conductor, known for innovative and experimental works.

Famous people born in 1944

Famous people born on January 2nd

Famous people died on January 02, 1944:

• Cencio Massola

Famous people who died in 1944

Famous people who died on January 2nd

January 02, 1944: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 02, 1944 was I Dream Of You (More Than You Dream I Do) by Andy Russell, according to the music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.

1. Andy Russell - I Dream Of You (More Than You Dream I Do)
2. Frank Sinatra - White Christmas
3. Tony Pastor - Robin Hood

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 2nd is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 02, 1944: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 02, 1944 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 02, 1944 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 02, 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 January 02, 1944 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 12:55 pm and setting at 01:24 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 11, 1943 while the next full moon would come on Jan 10, 1944.

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Your place in the Universe on January 02, 1944

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Someone born on January 02, 1944 is:

81 years 4 months old,

or 976 months and 12 days old,

or 4245 weeks and 3 days old,

or 29718 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 02, 1944?

There are 234 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 2nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 02, 1944?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on January 02, 1944.

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