What happened on Wednesday June 14, 1939?

About June 14th, 1939, in brief:

  • Historical events: On June 14, 1939, Japan initiated a blockade of the British concession in Tianjin (Tientsin), China, creating a significant diplomatic crisis that nearly precipitated an armed conflict between Britain and Japan. The blockade was triggered by British officials' refusal to hand over four individuals accused of killing a prominent Chinese collaborator, highlighting the complex geopolitical tensions in pre-World War II Asia.
  • Day of the week: June 14th, 1939 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • Popular movie: The Four Feathers directed by Shekhar Kapur

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June 14, 1939: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 14, 1939:

  • Tientsin Incident: Anglo-Japanese Tensions Escalate On June 14, 1939, Japan initiated a blockade of the British concession in Tianjin (Tientsin), China, creating a significant diplomatic crisis that nearly precipitated an armed conflict between Britain and Japan. The blockade was triggered by British officials' refusal to hand over four individuals accused of killing a prominent Chinese collaborator, highlighting the complex geopolitical tensions in pre-World War II Asia.
  • Birth of Steny Hoyer Steny Hoyer, a prominent American politician who would later become a significant figure in the Democratic Party leadership, was born in New York City on June 14, 1939. Hoyer would go on to serve as House Majority Leader and play a crucial role in national politics for several decades.
  • Dr. John F. MacArthur Dr. John F. MacArthur, a notable American evangelist, was recognized on this date. MacArthur would become a prominent Christian minister, theologian, and author known for his conservative theological perspectives and influential ministry.

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June 14, 1939: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was June 14, 1939?


June 14, 1939 was a Wednesday and it was the 165th day of the year 1939 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 14, 1939 can also be written as 6/14/1939 in the US and as 14/6/1939 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on June 14, 1939?


Famous people born on June 14, 1939:

  • Colin Thubron
    Colin Thubron

    Acclaimed British travel writer known for his insightful and poetic narratives about journeys through remote regions of Asia and Russia.

  • Peter Mayle

    Best-selling author famous for his charming books about life in Provence, France, particularly 'A Year in Provence'.

  • Steny Hoyer

    Long-serving Democratic congressman from Maryland who has been a prominent figure in U.S.

  • Risto Näätänen

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June 14, 1939: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 14, 1939:

  • Vladislav Chodasevič

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June 14, 1939: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 14th is Gemini.

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June 14, 1939: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 14, 1939 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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June 14, 1939: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 14, 1939 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 14, 1939 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 June 14, 1939 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 03:08 am and setting at 06:31 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 02, 1939 while the next full moon would come on Jul 01, 1939.

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How old is someone born on June 14, 1939?


Someone born on June 14, 1939 is:

85 years 11 months old,

or 1031 months

or 4483 weeks

or 31381 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 14, 1939?

There are 31 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday June 14th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 14, 1939?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on June 14, 1939.

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