What happened on Monday July 17, 1939?

About July 17th, 1939, in brief:

  • Historical events: In a critical diplomatic moment, British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain delivered a resolute statement in the House of Commons, firmly declaring that the British government would not alter its policy in the Far East. This statement was a direct response to Japanese diplomatic pressure regarding the tense Tientsin situation, signaling Britain's unwillingness to compromise under external demands.
  • Day of the week: July 17th, 1939 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: New Moon
  • Popular movie: The Four Feathers directed by Shekhar Kapur

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July 17, 1939: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 17, 1939:

  • British Stance on Japanese Tensions in Far East In a critical diplomatic moment, British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain delivered a resolute statement in the House of Commons, firmly declaring that the British government would not alter its policy in the Far East. This statement was a direct response to Japanese diplomatic pressure regarding the tense Tientsin situation, signaling Britain's unwillingness to compromise under external demands.
  • 22nd PGA Championship Won by Henry Picard Henry Picard secured victory at the 22nd Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) Championship, held at the prestigious Pomonok Country Club in Flushing, New York. This tournament was a significant event in the professional golf calendar of 1939, showcasing the skills of top golfers during the pre-World War II era.

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July 17, 1939: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was July 17, 1939?


July 17, 1939 was a Monday and it was the 198th day of the year 1939 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 17, 1939 can also be written as 7/17/1939 in the US and as 17/7/1939 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on July 17, 1939?


Famous people born on July 17, 1939:

  • Ali Khamenei

    Supreme Leader of Iran since 1989, a powerful political and religious figure who has significantly shaped Iran's domestic and international...

  • Milva

    Renowned Italian chanson singer known for her powerful voice and dramatic performances in music and theater.

  • Alain Geismar

    Prominent French political activist who played a crucial role in the May 1968 student and worker uprising, a pivotal moment in modern French...

  • Spencer Davis

    Welsh musician and founder of the Spencer Davis Group, a significant band in the 1960s British rock and blues scene.

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July 17, 1939: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 17, 1939:

  • Carolina Magistrelli

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July 17, 1939: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 17th is Cancer.

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Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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

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July 17, 1939: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 17, 1939 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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July 17, 1939: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 17, 1939 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 17, 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 July 17, 1939 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 06:38 am and setting at 09:28 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 01, 1939 while the next full moon would come on Jul 31, 1939.

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How old is someone born on July 17, 1939?


Someone born on July 17, 1939 is:

85 years 9 months old,

or 1029 months and 27 days old,

or 4478 weeks and 2 days old,

or 31348 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 17, 1939?

There are 64 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 17, 1939?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on July 17, 1939.

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