What happened on Sunday January 05, 1941?

Here's what happened on January 05, 1941:

• Allied Conquest of Bardia British and Australian troops successfully conquered Bardia in Libya during World War II, a significant strategic victory in the North African campaign against Axis forces.
• Disappearance of Amy Johnson Amy Johnson, pioneering British aviator famous for being the first woman to fly solo from London to Australia, disappeared after bailing out of her plane over the River Thames during World War II. She was presumed dead, marking a tragic end to an extraordinary aviation career.
• Birth of Miyazaki Hayao Miyazaki Hayao, renowned Japanese film animator and co-founder of Studio Ghibli, was born. He would later become one of the most influential and celebrated animation directors in the world, known for masterpieces like 'Spirited Away' and 'My Neighbor Totoro'.
• Birth of Mansur Ali Khan Mansur Ali Khan, the Nawab of Pataudi, was born. He was a prominent Indian cricket player who served as a captain and was known for his exceptional batting skills despite significant physical challenges.
• Premiere of 'No For An Answer' Marc Blitzstein's musical play 'No For An Answer' premiered at Mecca Temple in New York City, representing an important moment in American theatrical and musical history.
• Birth of Bob Cunis Bob Cunis, a New Zealand pace bowler who would make significant contributions to cricket in the late 1960s, was born.

Events in 1941

January 05, 1941: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 05, 1941

Newspapers from Jan. 05, 1941

January 05, 1941 was a Sunday and it was the 5th day of the year 1941 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 05, 1941 can also be written as 1/5/1941 in the US and as 5/1/1941 in UK and Europe.

January 05, 1941 in January 1941 calendar

Famous people born on January 05, 1941:

• Hayao Miyazaki

  Hayao Miyazaki is a legendary Japanese animator, film director, and co-founder of Studio Ghibli, renowned worldwide for his groundbreaking...

• Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi

  Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi was a prominent Indian cricketer and cricket coach who significantly influenced the sport in India during his...

• Chuck McKinley

  Chuck McKinley was an accomplished American tennis player who won the Wimbledon Men's Singles Championship in 1963, marking a significant...

• Jacque Franquet

Famous people born in 1941

Famous people born on January 5th

Famous people died on January 05, 1941:

• Amy Johnson

  Pioneering British aviator who became famous for her record-breaking long-distance solo flights in the early 20th century.

Famous people who died in 1941

Famous people who died on January 5th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 5th is Capricorn.

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January 05, 1941: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 05, 1941 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 05, 1941 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 05, 1941 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 05, 1941 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 56% full, rising at 11:38 am and setting at 12:46 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Jan 13, 1941.

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Your place in the Universe on January 05, 1941

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Someone born on January 05, 1941 is:

84 years 4 months old,

or 1012 months and 9 days old,

or 4401 weeks and 3 days old,

or 30810 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 05, 1941?

There are 236 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 5th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 05, 1941?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on January 05, 1941.

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