What happened on Wednesday April 09, 1941?

Here's what happened on April 09, 1941:

• Iraqi Coup D'état Installs Pro-Nazi Government A military coup in Iraq overthrew the existing regime, installing a pro-Nazi government led by Prime Minister Rashid Ali al-Gaylani, significantly altering the geopolitical landscape in the Middle East during World War II.
• British Airmen Launch Heaviest Attack on Berlin British Royal Air Force conducted the most intense bombing raid on Berlin up to that point in World War II, marking a significant escalation in aerial warfare against Nazi Germany.
• German 12th Army Defeats Greek Defensive Line The German 12th Army successfully encircled and overwhelmed the Greek 'Metaxas Line', a critical defensive position, marking a significant moment in the Axis invasion of Greece during World War II.
• Battle of Keren Ends in Allied Victory The Battle of Keren in East Africa concluded with a decisive Allied victory, representing a significant strategic triumph in the North African and East African campaigns of World War II.
• German Army Captures Salonika The German Army captured Salonika, a strategically important port city in Greece, further consolidating their military control in the Balkan region during World War II.
• US Acquires Military Defense Rights in Greenland The United States secured full military defense rights in Greenland, a strategic move during World War II that enhanced the nation's defensive capabilities in the North Atlantic region.
• First 4,000-Pound Blockbuster Bombs Deployed The Royal Air Force introduced massive 4,000-pound blockbuster bombs, dropped by Vickers Wellington medium bombers during a raid on Emden, marking a significant escalation in aerial bombing technology.
• German Submarine U-76 Sunk British warships successfully depth charged and sank the German submarine U-76 in the North Atlantic, contributing to the ongoing naval warfare during World War II.
• US and Mexico Sign Airfield Agreement The United States and Mexico signed a bilateral agreement in Washington, allowing reciprocal use of airfields and air space for civil and military aircraft, enhancing regional cooperation.
• PGA Establishes Golf Hall of Fame The Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) officially established its Golf Hall of Fame, creating a prestigious institution to honor and commemorate the most significant achievements in professional golf.
• German Submarine U-431 Commissioned The German Navy commissioned submarine U-431, expanding its naval capabilities during World War II's maritime operations.
• The Great Lie Film Premieres The drama film 'The Great Lie', starring Bette Davis, George Brent, and Mary Astor, premiered in Littleton, New Hampshire as a charitable benefit for a local hospital.

Events in 1941

April 09, 1941: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 09, 1941

Newspapers from Apr. 09, 1941

April 09, 1941 was a Wednesday and it was the 99th day of the year 1941 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 09, 1941 can also be written as 4/9/1941 in the US and as 9/4/1941 in UK and Europe.

April 09, 1941 in April 1941 calendar

Famous people born on April 09, 1941:

• Hannah Gordon

  Scottish actress who won a gold medal at RADA in 1962, known for her compelling performances in radio, TV, and theatre.

• Vivienne Westwood

  Iconic British fashion designer who revolutionized modern fashion with her punk and avant-garde designs.

Famous people born in 1941

Famous people born on April 9th

Famous people died on April 09, 1941:

• Giuseppe Cremascoli
• Francesco Lojacono
• William Worthington
• Ernest Bickham Sweet-Escott

Famous people who died in 1941

Famous people who died on April 9th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 9th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 09, 1941: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 09, 1941 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 09, 1941 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 09, 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 April 09, 1941 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 04:03 pm and setting at 04:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 13, 1941 while the next full moon would come on Apr 11, 1941.

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Your place in the Universe on April 09, 1941

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Someone born on April 09, 1941 is:

84 years and 14 days old,

or 1008 months and 14 days old,

or 4385 weeks

or 30695 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 09, 1941?

There are 351 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 9th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 09, 1941?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on April 09, 1941.

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