What happened on Monday March 02, 1942?

Here's what happened on March 02, 1942:

• Japanese Air Strikes on New Guinea The Japanese military launched heavy air strikes on New Guinea, strategically preparing for a potential invasion of the region during World War II's Pacific campaign.
• Sinking of USS Pillsbury The American destroyer USS Pillsbury was shelled and sunk by Japanese cruisers Atago and Takao west of Christmas Island, representing another significant naval engagement in the Pacific theater of World War II.
• Dutch Naval Withdrawal in World War II Admiral Helfrich evacuates from Java to Ceylon (modern Sri Lanka) during the Japanese advance in the Pacific theater of World War II, signaling the strategic retreat of Allied naval forces.
• Australia Declares War on Thailand Australia officially declared war on Thailand, expanding its military engagement in the Asia-Pacific region during World War II, reflecting the complex geopolitical dynamics of the time.
• Scuttling of Ships in Surabaya Allied naval forces deliberately sank ships in Surabaya, Dutch East Indies (modern Indonesia), to prevent their capture by advancing Japanese forces, a common strategic tactic during World War II.
• 14th Academy Awards Highlights The 14th Academy Awards ceremony honored outstanding achievements in film, with 'How Green Was My Valley' winning Best Picture, Gary Cooper winning Best Actor, and Joan Fontaine winning Best Actress.
• Birth of Rock Musician Tony Meehan Tony Meehan (born Daniel Meehan) was born in London, England, who would later become a notable rocker in bands like The Drifters and The Vipers.

Events in 1942

March 02, 1942: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 02, 1942

Newspapers from Mar. 02, 1942

March 02, 1942 was a Monday and it was the 61st day of the year 1942 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 02, 1942 can also be written as 3/2/1942 in the US and as 2/3/1942 in UK and Europe.

March 02, 1942 in March 1942 calendar

Famous people born on March 02, 1942:

• Lou Reed

  Legendary rock musician and founding member of The Velvet Underground, Reed was a pioneering figure in punk, alternative rock, and...

• John Irving

  Acclaimed American novelist known for his complex, tragicomic narratives that often explore themes of sexuality, gender, and personal...

• Luc Plamondon

  Renowned Canadian songwriter and lyricist who has significantly contributed to French-language musical theater.

• Jon Finch
• Peter Guber

Famous people born in 1942

Famous people born on March 2nd

Famous people died on March 02, 1942:

• Charlie Christian
• Filippo Crispolti
• Said Hajji

Famous people who died in 1942

Famous people who died on March 2nd

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 2nd is Pisces.

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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 02, 1942: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 02, 1942 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 02, 1942 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 02, 1942 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 02, 1942 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 06:39 pm and setting at 07:47 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 03, 1942 while the next full moon would come on Apr 01, 1942.

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Your place in the Universe on March 02, 1942

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Someone born on March 02, 1942 is:

83 years 1 month old,

or 997 months and 17 days old,

or 4337 weeks and 5 days old,

or 30364 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 02, 1942?

There are 317 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 2nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 02, 1942?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on March 02, 1942.

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