What happened on Wednesday October 16, 1940?

Here's what happened on October 16, 1940:

• Establishment of Warsaw Ghetto The Nazi German authorities established the Warsaw Ghetto, a confined and segregated urban area where Jewish residents were forcibly concentrated, marking a critical moment in the Holocaust. This ghetto would become one of the largest Jewish ghettos in Nazi-occupied Europe, characterized by extreme overcrowding, poverty, and eventual resistance.
• US Draft Registration Day President Franklin D. Roosevelt oversaw a comprehensive draft registration for men aged 21-35, addressing the nation via radio and emphasizing national unity in preparation for potential war. Approximately 16 million men were required to register, signaling the United States' serious commitment to military preparedness.
• First US WWII Draft Lottery The United States held its first draft lottery for World War II military service, with draft number #158 being drawn first. This event marked a significant mobilization of American manpower in preparation for potential military engagement.
• First African American Army General Benjamin O. Davis Sr. was appointed as the first African American general in the United States Army, a groundbreaking moment for racial integration and representation in the military during World War II.
• Vichy France War Materiel Restrictions The Vichy French government implemented strict regulations prohibiting the manufacture, export, or movement of war materials within French territory for the duration of World War II, demonstrating the complex political landscape of occupied France.
• Machita Incident A confrontation occurred in southern Arizona when U.S. officials forcibly attempted to draft members of the O'odham tribe who were resisting military conscription, highlighting tensions between Native American communities and federal draft policies.

Events in 1940

October 16, 1940: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 16, 1940

Newspapers from Oct. 16, 1940

October 16, 1940 was a Wednesday and it was the 290th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 16, 1940 can also be written as 10/16/1940 in the US and as 16/10/1940 in UK and Europe.

October 16, 1940 in October 1940 calendar

Famous people born on October 16, 1940:

• Dave DeBusschere

  Legendary NBA player who played for the Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks, known for his exceptional skills as a forward and later as a...

• Dave DeBusschere in Detroit

  NBA forward for New York Knicks and last commissioner of the ABA, from Detroit, Michigan.

• Barry Corbin

Famous people born in 1940

Famous people born on October 16th

October 16, 1940: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 16, 1940 was Ferry Boat Serenade by Kay Kyser & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.

1. Kay Kyser & His Orchestra - Ferry Boat Serenade

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 16th is Libra.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 16, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 16, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 16, 1940 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 16, 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 October 16, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 05:34 pm and setting at 07:13 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 16, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Nov 15, 1940.

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Your place in the Universe on October 16, 1940

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Someone born on October 16, 1940 is:

84 years 6 months old,

or 1014 months and 28 days old,

or 4413 weeks

or 30891 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 16, 1940?

There are 155 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 16th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 16, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on October 16, 1940.

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