What happened on Saturday November 04, 1939?

About November 4th, 1939, in brief:

  • Historical events: During the early stages of World War II, German forces initiate Sonderaktion Krakau, a targeted operation against scientists and academics from the University of Kraków and other local universities, representing a brutal suppression of intellectual freedom.
  • Day of the week: November 4th, 1939 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • Popular movie: The Four Feathers directed by Shekhar Kapur

More about November 4th, 1939? See below for more news and curiosities on November 4th, 1939.

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November 04, 1939: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on November 04, 1939:

  • Sonderaktion Krakau: Nazi Action Against Polish Academics During the early stages of World War II, German forces initiate Sonderaktion Krakau, a targeted operation against scientists and academics from the University of Kraków and other local universities, representing a brutal suppression of intellectual freedom.
  • US Congress Amends Neutrality Act The United States Congress modifies the 1937 Neutrality Act, allowing belligerent nations to purchase American arms for cash, provided they arrange their own transportation, signaling a shift in US foreign policy during early World War II.
  • First Air-Conditioned Automobile Exhibited Packard Motor Car Company showcases the first air-conditioned automobile at an exhibition in Chicago, Illinois, representing a major technological innovation in automotive comfort.
  • German Submarine U-44 Commissioned The German Navy commissions submarine U-44, expanding its naval capabilities during the early phase of World War II.
  • 1940 Olympics Awarded to Helsinki The International Olympic Committee awards the 1940 Olympic Games to Helsinki, Finland, marking a significant moment in international sports diplomacy before World War II.
  • Hedda Hopper's Hollywood Radio Show Debuts Hollywood gossip columnist Hedda Hopper launches her radio show 'Hedda Hopper's Hollywood', which would run until 1951 and establish her as a powerful influencer in the entertainment industry.
  • City of Flint Sails to Bergen The City of Flint completes its voyage to Bergen with U.S. control restored, likely involving complex maritime navigation during the early stages of World War II.

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November 04, 1939: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was November 04, 1939?


November 04, 1939 was a Saturday and it was the 308th day of the year 1939 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 04, 1939 can also be written as 11/4/1939 in the US and as 4/11/1939 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on November 04, 1939?


Famous people born on November 04, 1939:

  • Shakuntala Devi

    Known as the 'Human Computer', Shakuntala Devi was a renowned Indian mathematical prodigy famous for her extraordinary mental calculation...

  • Achille Bonito Oliva

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November 04, 1939: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on November 04, 1939:

  • Charles Tournemire

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November 04, 1939: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 4th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 04, 1939: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 04, 1939 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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November 04, 1939: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on November 04, 1939 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 04, 1939 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 November 04, 1939 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 10:44 pm and setting at 01:21 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 28, 1939 while the next full moon would come on Nov 26, 1939.

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How old is someone born on November 04, 1939?


Someone born on November 04, 1939 is:

85 years 6 months old,

or 1026 months and 10 days old,

or 4462 weeks and 4 days old,

or 31238 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 04, 1939?

There are 174 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday November 4th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 04, 1939?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on November 04, 1939.

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