Friday August 15, 1941: on this day

August 15, 1941 was the 227th day of the year 1941, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.

Is August 15, 1941 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 15, 1941, who was born and died on August 15, 1941, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 15, 1941, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Peer Gynt, directed by David Bradley), TV series (e.g. Cbs Television Quiz) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 15th, 1941 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 15, 1941?


August 15, 1941 was a Friday and it was the 227th day of the year 1941 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 15, 1941 can also be written as 8/15/1941 in the US and as 15/8/1941 in UK and Europe.

August 15, 1941 in August 1941 calendar

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August 15, 1941: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 15, 1941:

  • Kovono lithuanian jews are herded into slobodka ghetto
  • Corporal josef jakobs is executed by firing squad at the tower of london at 07:12, making him the last person to be executed at the tower for espionage.

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August 15, 1941: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 15th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 15, 1941: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 15, 1941 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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August 15, 1941: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 15, 1941 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 15, 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 August 15, 1941 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 12:00 am and setting at 03:04 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 1941 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1941.

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Who was born on August 15, 1941?


Famous people born on August 15, 1941:

  • Yury Norstein

    Yury Norstein is a renowned Russian animator and film director known for his poetic and visually stunning animated films.

  • Ripley Bullock

    Noted physicist specializing in theoretical quantum mechanics.

  • Cyrus Poonawalla

    Indian billionaire businessman known for founding the Serum Institute of India.

  • Garland Robinette

    American journalist known for his work in radio and television.

  • Don Rich

    American country musician (d. 1974).

  • Jim Brothers

    American sculptor (d. 2013).

  • Lou Perryman

    American actor (d.2009).

  • Connie Smith

    Musician.

  • Viktor Mikhailovich Pisarev

    Russian cosmonaut.

  • Manolis Mavrommatis

    Greek politician.

  • Alain Ossard

    Bergerac executives.

  • David Crosby

    Musician.

  • Lynne Cheney

    Celebrity.

  • Don Rich in Olympia

    Washington, usa.

  • Gabriel Bestard

    French magistrate, who started his career at the department of justice's headquarters in 1970.

  • Liliana Cosi

    Italian dancer who graduated from la scala's ballet school in 1958.

Whose famous birthday is on August 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 15th:

  • Jennifer Lawrence
    Jennifer Lawrence

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class.

  • Ben Affleck
    Ben Affleck

    American actor.

  • Debra Messing
    Debra Messing

    Debra Messing is an American actress best known for her role as Grace Adler on the TV series 'Will & Grace.

  • Anthony Anderson
    Anthony Anderson

    Anthony anderson is an american actor and comedian known for his roles in tv shows like 'black-ish' and films like 'kangaroo jack'.

  • Nino Ferrer
    Nino Ferrer

    Pop music songwriter and singer from italy.

  • Julia Child
    Julia Child

    American chef and author of more than nine cookbooks.

  • Stieg Larsson
    Stieg Larsson

    Swedish journalist and writer.

  • Mike Connors
    Mike Connors

    Touch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.

  • Zeljko Ivanek
    Zeljko Ivanek

    Lujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal).

  • Wendy Hiller
    Wendy Hiller

    England, united kingdom -- actresses (major barbara and david copperfield).

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August 15, 1941: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 82 years 8 months old,

or 992 months and 5 days old,

or 4314 weeks and 1 day old,

or 30199 days old,

if you were born on August 15, 1941.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 15, 1941?

There are 117 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 15, 1941?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 15, 1941.

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August 15, 1941: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 15, 1941:

  • Emilian Bucov

    Romanian poet recognized for his lyrical and patriotic poetry.

  • Annie Vernay

What famous deaths happened on August 15th?

Famous deaths on August 15th:

  • Jan Kiepura
    Jan Kiepura

    Sosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie").

  • August Schellenberg
    August Schellenberg

    Canadian-american actor (d. 2013.

  • Paul Lukas
    Paul Lukas

    Actor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure.

  • Lavante Dubois

    Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.

  • Mckenleigh Avery

    Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.

  • Lancer Sharma

    Lancer Sharma was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.

  • Jyron Fitzgerald

    Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.

  • Elfida Vargas

    Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.

  • Rahi Masoom Reza

    Renowned Indian novelist and screenwriter known for his works depicting the social and political landscape of India.

  • Severus Levy

    Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 15th

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August 15, 1941: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 15, 1941:

  • Hawaii ? Toro Nagashi (Floating Lantern Ceremony) to commemorate the end of the second world war
  • Poland ? Polish Armed Forces Day
  • Eastern Orthodoxy ? Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, the commemoration of the death of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
  • RC Saints ? Feast day of the Assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Holy Day of Obligation. Public Holiday in: Austria, Belgium, Cameroon, Chile, C(te d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, East Timor, France, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Poland, Portugal, Seychelles, Slovenia and Spain.
  • Acadie ? National Day
  • Egypt ? Flooding of the Nile Day
  • India ? Independence Day (from the United Kingdom, 1947)
  • Korea ? Liberation Day
  • Italy ? "Ferragosto", remembrance of an ancient Roman holiday in honor of Augustus (Feriae Augusti)
  • Liechtenstein ? Liechtenstein Day

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August 15, 1941: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 15, 1941 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Peer Gynt

Peer Gynt

Release year: 1941

Directed by: David Bradley

Starring: Charlton Heston, Betty Hanisee, Mrs. Hubert Hyde, Lucielle Powell

Flying Blind

Flying Blind

Release year: 1941

Directed by: Frank McDonald

Starring: Richard Arlen, Jean Parker, Nils Asther, Marie Wilson

The Little Foxes

The Little Foxes

Release year: 1941

Directed by: William Wyler

Starring: Bette Davis, Herbert Marshall, Teresa Wright, Richard Carlson

Country: United States of America

Sun Valley Serenade

Sun Valley Serenade

Release year: 1941

Directed by: H. Bruce Humberstone

Starring: Sonja Henie, John Payne, Glenn Miller, Milton Berle

Dr. Kildare's Wedding Day

Dr. Kildare's Wedding Day

Release year: 1941

Directed by: Harold S. Bucquet

Starring: Lew Ayres, Lionel Barrymore, Laraine Day, Red Skelton

August 15, 1941: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 15, 1941 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

CBS Television Quiz

CBS Television Quiz

Release year: 1941

Starring: Gil Fates, Frances Buss

Country: United States of America

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Who was the US President on August 15, 1941?

On August 15, 1941 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1941?

On August 15, 1941 the UK Prime Minister was Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 15, 1941?

On August 15, 1941 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about August 15th?

August 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of August. 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 August 15th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: a suicide bomber attack on a kabul education center left at least 48 people dead, mostly students. the taliban denies any involvement. (bbc). two units of afghan security forces were attacked by the taliban in baghlan-e-markazi district of baghlan province. the attack resulted in the deaths of at least 39 soldiers as well as police officers.
  • 2017 - Boko haram insurgency, three suicide bombers kill 27 and injure 83 people near maiduguri (nigeria).
  • 2016 - At least 11 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition that struck a northern yemen hospital run by medecins sans frontieres.

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What happened in 1941?

1941 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Hitler signs Directive 27
  • Yugoslavian coup gets rid of pro-German Prince Paul
  • 1st navy vessel constructed as mine layer Terror launched

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What was the calendar for August 1941?

August 1941 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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 August 1941 calendar looked like.

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