What happened on Monday May 12, 1941?

Here's what happened on May 12, 1941:

• Devastating Luftwaffe Bombing of London The Luftwaffe conducts what would be its last major bombing raid on London, causing unprecedented destruction. Over 1,400 people were killed, 700 acres were set ablaze, and significant landmarks like the Houses of Parliament sustained serious damage.
• First Programmable Computer Demonstrated Konrad Zuse presents the Z3, a groundbreaking technological achievement marking the world's first fully automatic, programmable computer in Berlin. This revolutionary machine represented a pivotal moment in computing history, laying the foundation for modern digital technology.
• First British Jet Aircraft Takes Flight The Gloster E.28/39, Britain's pioneering jet aircraft, successfully completes its maiden flight. This historic moment signaled the United Kingdom's entry into the jet age and would profoundly influence future aerospace and military aviation technologies.
• Rudolf Hess's Mysterious Peace Mission Nazi Deputy Führer Rudolf Hess undertakes a controversial solo flight to Scotland in a Messerschmitt Bf 110, parachuting near Dungavel House in Eaglesham. This unexpected diplomatic mission would become one of World War II's most intriguing and puzzling events.
• DiMaggio's Legendary Hitting Streak Begins Baseball legend Joe DiMaggio starts his historic 56-game hitting streak during a game against the Chicago White Sox, going one for four against pitcher Eddie Smith. This remarkable achievement would become one of baseball's most enduring records.
• Strike of the 100,000 in Nazi-Occupied Belgium Workers in Nazi-occupied Belgium initiate a massive strike demanding wage increases, demonstrating civilian resistance and economic pressures during the German occupation.
• British Convoy Arrives in Alexandria A significant British military convoy successfully reaches Alexandria, likely supporting Allied strategic operations in the North African theater during World War II.

Events in 1941

May 12, 1941: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 12, 1941

Newspapers from May. 12, 1941

May 12, 1941 was a Monday and it was the 132nd day of the year 1941 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 12, 1941 can also be written as 5/12/1941 in the US and as 12/5/1941 in UK and Europe.

May 12, 1941 in May 1941 calendar

Famous people born on May 12, 1941:

• Eric Burdon

  Legendary rock musician, lead singer of The Animals and later War, known for iconic hits like 'House of the Rising Sun'.

Famous people born in 1941

Famous people born on May 12th

Famous people died on May 12, 1941:

• Louis Coolsaet
• James Gordon
• Egisto Lilli
• Gustavo Roccella
• Ruth Stonehouse

Famous people who died in 1941

Famous people who died on May 12th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 12, 1941: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 1941 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 12, 1941 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 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 12, 1941 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 09:49 pm and setting at 08:02 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on May 12, 1941

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Someone born on May 12, 1941 is:

84 years and 2 days old,

or 1008 months and 2 days old,

or 4383 weeks and 2 days old,

or 30683 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 12, 1941?

There are 363 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 12th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 12, 1941?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 12, 1941.

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