Wednesday February 14, 1940: on this day

February 14, 1940 was the 45th day of the year 1940, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 14, 1940 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 14, 1940, who was born and died on February 14, 1940, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 14, 1940, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Charlie Chan in Panama, directed by Norman Foster), TV series (e.g. Nbc News (1940 Tv Series)) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 14th, 1940 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 14, 1940?


February 14, 1940 was a Wednesday and it was the 45th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 14, 1940 can also be written as 2/14/1940 in the US and as 14/2/1940 in UK and Europe.

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February 14, 1940: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 14, 1940:

  • British merchant vessel fleet is armed.

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February 14, 1940: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 14th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 14, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 14, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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February 14, 1940: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 14, 1940 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 14, 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 February 14, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 09:46 am and setting at 11:39 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1940.

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Who was born on February 14, 1940?


Famous people born on February 14, 1940:

  • Vercie Owens

    Vercie Owens was a celebrated American documentary photographer known for her powerful social and political images.

  • Mang Tinio

    Mang Tinio was a celebrated Filipino folk singer and guitarist who helped popularize traditional Filipino music.

  • Hisao Nakajima

    Founder of Nakajima Corporation.

  • Leonilda Vázquez

    Notable author of several acclaimed novels.

  • Swannie Müller

    Swannie Müller was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.

  • Elliet Bergman

    Elliet Bergman was a Swedish singer and songwriter who gained international recognition for her folk-inspired music.

  • Loneta Yarbrough

    Served as a member of the Arkansas House of Representatives.

  • Annai Bharathi

    Annai Bharathi was a celebrated Tamil poet who wrote extensively on themes of love, nature, and social justice.

  • Sulo Salonen

    Sulo Salonen is a Finnish photographer known for his nature and landscape photography.

  • first porpoise born in captivity in US (Marineland

    First porpoise born in captivity in the us at marineland, florida.

  • Porpoise

    1st born in captivity in us (marineland, florida).

  • James Maynard

    American businessman founded golden corral.

  • Piera Tizzoni
  • Primo Luigi Galasi
  • Willie Hunter
  • Eva Sørensen
  • Nino Delli
  • Guido Pugliesi
  • Ernesto Pellegrini
  • Sergio Velasco Ferrero

Whose famous birthday is on February 14th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 14th:

  • Gregory Hines
    Gregory Hines

    Gregory Hines was a talented American dancer and actor, known for his contributions to tap dancing.

  • Simon Pegg
    Simon Pegg

    Simon pegg is a british actor, comedian, and writer known for his roles in popular movies such as shaun of the dead, hot fuzz, and the...

  • Freddie Highmore
    Freddie Highmore

    Freddie highmore is a british actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as finding neverland, charlie and the chocolate factory,...

  • Rob Thomas
    Rob Thomas

    American musician (matchbox twenty).

  • Meg Tilly
    Meg Tilly

    Meg Tilly is a Canadian actress and novelist known for her roles in films like 'The Big Chill' and 'Agnes of God.

  • Florence Henderson
    Florence Henderson

    American actress and singer on stage, tv and film.

  • Tina Aumont
    Tina Aumont

    French actress, born in america to jean-pierre aumont and maria montez.

  • Lois Maxwell
    Lois Maxwell

    Canadian-australian model and actress (d. 2007).

  • Danai Gurira
    Danai Gurira

    Tv actress.

  • Hugh Downs
    Hugh Downs

    American television personality.

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February 14, 1940: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 84 years 2 months old,

or 1010 months and 6 days old,

or 4392 weeks and 3 days old,

or 30747 days old,

if you were born on February 14, 1940.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 14, 1940?

There are 300 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 14th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 14, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on February 14, 1940.

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February 14, 1940: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 14, 1940:

  • Carnelia Rossi

    Carnelia Rossi was an Italian composer who made significant contributions to the classical music genre.

What famous deaths happened on February 14th?

Famous deaths on February 14th:

  • Louis Jourdan
    Louis Jourdan

    French television and film actor.

  • Sig Ruman
    Sig Ruman

    Actor (schultz life with luigi), dead at 82.

  • Tom Burke
    Tom Burke

    American runner (born 1875).

  • Pelham Grenville Wodehouse

    Famous English author known for his humorous novels and short stories.

  • Hiren Mukherjee

    Indian politician and freedom fighter who served as the Speaker of Lok Sabha.

  • David Hilbert

    Prussian mathematician, author, and professor at gottingen between 1895 and the end of his days.

  • Lavontay White

    Tragically killed in a shooting at the age of 2..

  • Wahneta Trotter

    Pioneering African American journalist and editor.

  • Lavontay Johnson

    Young entrepreneur tragically killed at the age of 2..

  • Crews Allen

    Renowned astronomer known for his work on stellar classification.

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February 14, 1940: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 14, 1940:

  • Denmark - Fastelavn. Children dress up, much like Halloween in the US.
  • Arizona - Admission Day (1912).
  • Mexico - Day of National Mourning (1831).
  • Oregon - Admission Day (1859).
  • Western World - Valentine's Day.
  • Iraq - 'Communist Martyrs Day' celebrated by Iraqi Communist Party.
  • Europe/Catholicism - Feast day of Saints Cyril and Methodius, patron saints of Europe.

Saints celebrated on February 14, 1940:

  • Saint Abraham (d. 422)
  • Saint Valentine (d. 422).

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February 14, 1940: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 14, 1940 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Charlie Chan in Panama

Charlie Chan in Panama

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Norman Foster

Starring: Sidney Toler, Jean Rogers, Lionel Atwill, Mary Nash

Knights of the Range

Knights of the Range

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Lesley Selander

Starring: Russell Hayden, Victor Jory, Jean Parker, Morris Ankrum

Castle on the Hudson

Castle on the Hudson

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Anatole Litvak

Starring: John Garfield, Ann Sheridan, Pat O'Brien, Burgess Meredith

My Little Chickadee

My Little Chickadee

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Edward F. Cline

Starring: Mae West, W.C. Fields, Joseph Calleia, Dick Foran

Country: United States of America

Swiss Family Robinson

Swiss Family Robinson

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Edward Ludwig

Starring: Thomas Mitchell, Edna Best, Freddie Bartholomew, Terry Kilburn

Country: United States of America

February 14, 1940: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 14, 1940 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

NBC News (1940 TV Series)

NBC News (1940 TV Series)

Release year: 1940

Down on the Farm

Down on the Farm

Release year: 1939

Starring: A.G. Street

Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair

Release year: 1939

Directed by: nbcu

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Who was the US President on February 14, 1940?

On February 14, 1940 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 14, 1940?

On February 14, 1940 the UK Prime Minister was Neville Chamberlain (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 14, 1940?

On February 14, 1940 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 14th?

February 14th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 14th day of the month of February. 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 February 14th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 pulwama attack: at least 46 indian security personnel were killed in the suicide bomber's attack on his convoy of military vehicles driving along a jammu and kashmir highway.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: russian planes strike ma'arrat hurma village, idlib, syria. seven civilians are killed and 10 more are injured.
  • 2017 - Conflicts in syria's idlib governorate: syrian civil war, clashes in idlib governorate (2017): rival fighters from tahrir al-sham and jund al-aqsa clashed in syria's northern idlib governorate. the conflict resulted "dozens" of deaths, according to the syrian observatory for human rights.

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What happened in 1940?

1940 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • WPG-AM in Atlantic City, New Jersey consolidates with WBIL andWOV as new WOV
  • FCC hears 1st transmission of FM radio with clear, static-free signal
  • Foreign correspondents in the Netherlands under censorship

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What was the calendar for February 1940?

February 1940 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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 February 1940 calendar looked like.

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