
Tuesday August 04, 1942
US date format: 8/4/1942, UK date format: 4/8/1942
It was Tuesday, under the sign of Leo (see zodiac on August 4, 1942). The US president was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat), the UK Prime Minister was Winston Churchill (Conservative), Pope Pius XII was leading the Catholic Church.
Famous people born on this day include Don S Davis and Gunter Thielen.
The Talk of the Town, directed by George Stevens, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1942
But much more happened that day: find out below..
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Historical Events
Which were the important events of August 04, 1942?
Holidays
- Ancient Egypt - Jubilation of the Heart of Re
- El Salvador - Transfiguration Bank Holiday
- Cook Islands - Constitution Day (celebrations begin on the last Friday in July and last up to 2 weeks.)
- Burkina Faso - Anniversary of the Revolution
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Events
- 1st train with Jews departs Mechelen Belgium to Auschwitz
- British Premier Winston Churchill arrives in Cairo
- Colonel-General Jeremenko arrives in Stalingrad / welcomed by Nikita Khrushchev
- German occupier orders all Dutch homing pigeons killed
Famous Birthday
- Don S Davis: American actor and artist (Born 1942).
- Gunter Thielen
- Don Davis: American actor and painter (d. 2008).
- Cleon Jones: American baseball player.
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Famous Deaths
- Alberto Franchetti: Italian-American composer and educator...
Movies
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Days to next August 04
If August 04, 1942 is your birthday you're 78 years, 5 months, 22 days old and you'll celebrate your next birthday in 6 months, 9 days.
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in August 1942?
- LIFE: MacArthurs son
- Time: TIME Magazine Cover: General Itagaki -- Aug. 3, 1942
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on August 04, 1942?
On August 04, 1942 the day of the week was Tuesday.
What zodiac sign is August 04, 1942?
On August 04, 1942 the zodiac sign was Leo.
Who was the US President on August 04, 1942?
On August 04, 1942 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 04, 1942?
On August 04, 1942 the UK Prime Minister was Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 04, 1942?
On August 04, 1942 Pope Pius XII was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people are born on August 04, 1942?
On August 04, 1942 several famous people were born including, Don S Davis, Gunter Thielen, Don Davis.
Which famous people died on August 04, 1942?
Famous people died on August 04, 1942 include, Alberto Franchetti.