Wednesday January 05, 1944: on this day

January 05, 1944 was the 5th day of the year 1944, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is January 05, 1944 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 05, 1944, who was born and died on January 05, 1944, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 05, 1944, which were the most popular songs (ex. Victory Polka by Bing Crosby & Andrews Sisters), movies (e.g. Lifeboat, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), TV series (e.g. Voice Of Firestone Televues) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 5th, 1944 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 05, 1944?


January 05, 1944 was a Wednesday and it was the 5th day of the year 1944 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 05, 1944 can also be written as 1/5/1944 in the US and as 5/1/1944 in UK and Europe.

January 05, 1944 in January 1944 calendar

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January 05, 1944: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 05, 1944:

  • The ''daily mail'' becomes the first transoceanic newspaper.
  • The daily mail becomes the first major london newspaper to be published on both sides of the atlantic ocean.

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January 05, 1944: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

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 05, 1944: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 05, 1944 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on January 5th, 1944 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 05, 1944: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 05, 1944 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 05, 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 05, 1944 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 02:31 pm and setting at 04:38 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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Who was born on January 05, 1944?


Famous people born on January 05, 1944:

  • Chun Kwang-young

    Renowned Korean artist known for his unique use of mulberry paper in his art.

  • Kathlee Kenyon

    Renowned for her excavations in the Middle East.

  • Carollyn McCarthy

    Carollyn McCarthy was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New York's 4th congressional district.

  • Hiroshi Komiyama

    Known for his contributions to sustainable development and energy research.

  • Ed Rendell

    American politician, 45th governor of pennsylvania.

  • Brian Tracy

    Author.

  • Franco Ferrini

    Italian screenwriter, whose works often fall under the horror and thriller genres.

  • Felix Arons

    Dutch director / actor (waaldrecht).

  • Dick Clark
  • Ivan Cooper
  • Eystein Eggen
  • Jo-Ann Kelly
  • Wayne Rutledge
  • Jan de Vries
  • Giorgio Favaro

Whose famous birthday is on January 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 5th:

  • Deepika Padukone
    Deepika Padukone

    Deepika padukone is an indian actress and model known for her work in bollywood films and for being one of the highest-paid actresses in...

  • Hayao Miyazaki
    Hayao Miyazaki

    Hayao miyazaki is a renowned japanese filmmaker known for his work in animation, particularly for founding studio ghibli and creating...

  • Marilyn Manson
    Marilyn Manson

    American shock-rocker who rose to the top of charts using a platform that included drag, nudity and arson.

  • Bradley Cooper
    Bradley Cooper

    American producer and actor.

  • Kristin Cavallari
    Kristin Cavallari

    Kristin cavallari is a reality tv star known for her appearances on shows like laguna beach and the hills.

  • Diane Keaton
    Diane Keaton

    American actress, whose first professional stage appearance was in 1968's "hair.

  • Umberto Eco
    Umberto Eco

    Italian writer, teacher, essayist, and researcher.

  • Suki Waterhouse
    Suki Waterhouse

    Suki waterhouse is a british model known for her work with major fashion brands and her appearances in magazines and on runways.

  • January Jones
    January Jones

    January jones is an american actress best known for her role as betty draper in the tv series mad men.

  • Uday Chopra
    Uday Chopra

    Uday Chopra is an Indian actor and producer, known for his work in the Dhoom film series.

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January 05, 1944: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 80 years 3 months old,

or 963 months and 14 days old,

or 4189 weeks and 2 days old,

or 29325 days old,

if you were born on January 05, 1944.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 05, 1944?

There are 261 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 5th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 05, 1944?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on January 05, 1944.

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January 05, 1944: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 05, 1944:

  • Adolph Goldschmidt

    German/swiss art historian dies at the age of 80.

What famous deaths happened on January 5th?

Famous deaths on January 5th:

  • Uday Kiran
    Uday Kiran

    Uday Kiran was an Indian film actor who predominantly worked in Telugu cinema.

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

    American entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.

  • Massimo Girotti
    Massimo Girotti

    Italian actor who acted in films for seven decades.

  • Arthur Kennedy
    Arthur Kennedy

    Worcester, massachusetts -- actor (fantastic voyage and peyton place).

  • Don Wilson
    Don Wilson

    Houston astros' pitcher dies from carbon monoxide poisoning at the age of 29.

  • Tina Modotti
    Tina Modotti

    Italian model, actress, photographer and revolutionary political activist (born in 1896).

  • Hans Conried
    Hans Conried

    Baltimore, maryland -- actor (bullwinkle show make room for daddy).

  • Calvin Coolidge
    Calvin Coolidge

    American politician, u.s.

  • Marsella Dumas

    Marsella Dumas was a French novelist best known for her historical novels, including 'The Three Musketeers' and 'The Count of Monte Cristo'.

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January 05, 1944: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 05, 1944:

  • Mungday (Discordianism)
  • Catholicism - Feast day of St. John Neumann.
  • The eleventh day of Christmas in Western Christianity, and the Twelfth Night of Christmas in Western Christianity.
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January 05, 1944: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 05, 1944 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 3rd and January 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 05, 1944: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 05, 1944 was Victory Polka by Bing Crosby & Andrews Sisters, according to the music chart for the week January 3rd and January 9th.

January 05, 1944: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 05, 1944 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 3rd and January 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Victory Polka
  2. - The Dreamer
  3. - Star Eyes
  4. - My Ideal
  5. - Speak Low (When You Speak, Love)

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January 05, 1944: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 05, 1944 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lifeboat

Lifeboat

Release year: 1944

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Tallulah Bankhead, John Hodiak, Walter Slezak, William Bendix

Country: United States of America

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

Release year: 1944

Directed by: Arthur Lubin

Starring: Maria Montez, Jon Hall, Turhan Bey, Andy Devine

Country: United States of America

Timber Queen

Timber Queen

Release year: 1944

Directed by: Frank McDonald

Starring: Richard Arlen, Mary Beth Hughes, June Havoc, Sheldon Leonard

None but the Lonely Heart

None but the Lonely Heart

Release year: 1944

Directed by: Clifford Odets

Son of Dracula

Son of Dracula

Release year: 1943

Directed by: Robert Siodmak

Starring: Lon Chaney Jr., Robert Paige, Louise Allbritton, Evelyn Ankers

January 05, 1944: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 05, 1944 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Voice of Firestone Televues

Voice of Firestone Televues

Release year: 1943

Country: United States of America

Noveltoon

Noveltoon

Release year: 1943

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Who was the US President on January 05, 1944?

On January 05, 1944 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 05, 1944?

On January 05, 1944 the UK Prime Minister was Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 05, 1944?

On January 05, 1944 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about January 5th?

January 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of January. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on January 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: the syrian network for human rights reported that at least 223 massacres were committed by syrian parties in 2018.
  • 2018 - Northern rakhine state clashes. arsa insurgents using small arms and homemade mines ambush a burmese military convoy at turaing. three members of myanmar’s security forces were reportedly injured.
  • 2017 - Two gunmen are killed in a shootout in izmir over the kurdish-turkish conflict. another escapes. a car bomb explodes during the shootout, killing both a police officer as well as a court employee.

Find out more about January 5th

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What happened in 1944?

1944 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ralph Bunche appointed 1st Negro official in US State Department
  • Soviet army begins offensive at Oranienbaum / Wolchow
  • General Eisenhower arrives in England

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What was the calendar for January 1944?

January 1944 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how January 1944 calendar looked like.

Wednesday January 5, 1944