What happened on Sunday May 11, 1941?

About May 11th, 1941, in brief:

  • Historical events: Adolf Hitler met with Vichy Vice-Premier François Darlan at the Berghof. In a strategic negotiation, Hitler agreed to release French World War I veterans from prisoner of war camps in exchange for the Vichy government compromising its neutrality by allowing German planes to land in French Syria and facilitating supply lines for the Afrika Korps through French Tunisia.
  • Day of the week: May 11th, 1941 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Full Moon
  • Popular movie: Tenebre directed by Dario Argento

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May 11, 1941: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 11, 1941:

  • Hitler-Darlan Strategic Meeting Adolf Hitler met with Vichy Vice-Premier François Darlan at the Berghof. In a strategic negotiation, Hitler agreed to release French World War I veterans from prisoner of war camps in exchange for the Vichy government compromising its neutrality by allowing German planes to land in French Syria and facilitating supply lines for the Afrika Korps through French Tunisia.
  • First German Messerschmitt 109F Shot Down Over England During World War II, a German Messerschmitt 109F fighter plane was shot down above English territory, marking a significant moment in the aerial combat of the Battle of Britain.
  • Allied Victory at Rutbah Fort British and Transjordanian forces successfully captured Rutbah Fort, concluding the Assault on Rutbah Fort with an Allied victory. This strategic operation was part of the broader Middle Eastern campaign during World War II.
  • Birth of Eric Burdon, Rock Musician Eric Burdon was born in Walker-on-Tyne, England. He would later become a renowned rock vocalist, famous for his work with the band The Animals, particularly their iconic hit 'House of the Rising Sun', and later with the band War.
  • Birth of Ian Redpath, Australian Cricket Player Ian Redpath was born, who would later become a dependable Australian opening batsman during the period from 1964 to 1976, known for his consistent performance and technical skill in cricket.

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May 11, 1941: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was May 11, 1941?


May 11, 1941 was a Sunday and it was the 131st day of the year 1941 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 11, 1941 can also be written as 5/11/1941 in the US and as 11/5/1941 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 11, 1941?


Famous people born on May 11, 1941:

  • Eric Burdon

    Legendary British rock singer known for leading The Animals, a pivotal band in the 1960s British Invasion.

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May 11, 1941: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 11th is Taurus.

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May 11, 1941: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 1941 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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May 11, 1941: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 11, 1941 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 11, 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 May 11, 1941 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 08:42 pm and setting at 07:06 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 11, 1941 while the next full moon would come on Jun 09, 1941.

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How old is someone born on May 11, 1941?


Someone born on May 11, 1941 is:

83 years 11 months old,

or 1007 months and 22 days old,

or 4381 weeks and 6 days old,

or 30673 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 11, 1941?

There are 8 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 11th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 11, 1941?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 11, 1941.

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