What happened on Thursday, September 5, 1940?

Here's what happened on September 05, 1940:

• The Blitz begins: Nazi Germany bombs London On September 5, 1940, the German Luftwaffe intensified its bombing raids on London, continuing the Blitz campaign. This marked a critical phase in the aerial warfare that aimed to cripple British morale and infrastructure. source: britannica.com
• Discovery of Lascaux cave paintings On September 5, 1940, the Lascaux cave paintings were discovered in southwestern France. These prehistoric artworks, dating back to the Upper Paleolithic period, provide significant insights into early human culture and art. source: britannica.com
• Ion Antonescu appointed Prime Minister of Romania On September 5, 1940, General Ion Antonescu was appointed Prime Minister of Romania by King Carol II, following territorial losses to the USSR and Hungary. Antonescu assumed full powers, leading to the abdication of King Carol II on September 6, 1940. source: britannica.com
• German Auxiliary Cruiser Komet's Arctic Crossing During World War II, the German auxiliary cruiser 'Komet' successfully navigated through the Arctic Ocean and Bering Strait, entering the Pacific Ocean with assistance from Soviet icebreakers Lenin, Stalin, and Kaganovich. This remarkable maritime journey demonstrated the strategic capabilities of German naval forces during the early stages of the war.
• Treaty of Craiova: Romania Loses Southern Dobrudja The Treaty of Craiova was signed, resulting in Romania ceding the Southern Dobrudja region to Bulgaria. This territorial transfer was part of the complex geopolitical reshuffling in southeastern Europe during World War II.
• Hercules Munitions Plant Explosion A catastrophic explosion occurred at the Hercules Munitions Plant in Succasunna-Kenvil, New Jersey, resulting in the tragic loss of 55 lives. This industrial disaster highlighted the inherent risks in wartime munitions production.

Events in 1940

September 05, 1940: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from September 1940

Newspapers from Sep. 05, 1940

September 05, 1940 was a Thursday and it was the 249th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 05, 1940 can also be written as 9/5/1940 in the US and as 5/9/1940 in UK and Europe.

September 05, 1940 in September 1940 calendar

Famous people born on September 05, 1940:

• Raquel Welch

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• Giancarlo Bigazzi

Famous people born in 1940

Famous people born on September 5th

Famous people died on September 05, 1940:

• Eugenie Forde
• Charles de Broqueville

Famous people who died in 1940

Famous people who died on September 5th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 5th is Virgo.

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September 05, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 05, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 05, 1940 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 05, 1940 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 September 05, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 10:30 am and setting at 10:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 17, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Sep 16, 1940.

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Your place in the Universe on September 05, 1940

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Someone born on September 05, 1940 is:

85 years 10 months old,

or 1030 months and 29 days old,

or 4482 weeks and 4 days old,

or 31378 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 05, 1940?

There are 33 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday September 5th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 05, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on September 05, 1940.

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