What happened on Thursday May 18, 1944?

About May 18th, 1944, in brief:

  • Historical events: The fourth Battle of Monte Cassino reached its conclusion as German paratroopers (Fallschirmjäger) evacuated the strategic Monte Cassino monastery in Italy. This battle was a critical engagement in the Allied campaign to break through the German Gustav Line during World War II.
  • Day of the week: May 18th, 1944 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • Popular movie: Anguish directed by Sonny Mallhi

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May 18, 1944: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 18, 1944:

  • Battle of Monte Cassino Concludes The fourth Battle of Monte Cassino reached its conclusion as German paratroopers (Fallschirmjäger) evacuated the strategic Monte Cassino monastery in Italy. This battle was a critical engagement in the Allied campaign to break through the German Gustav Line during World War II.
  • Deportation of Crimean Tatars The Soviet Union initiated a massive forced relocation of over 200,000 Crimean Tatars, accusing them of collaborating with Nazi German forces during World War II. This brutal deportation was part of Stalin's ethnic cleansing policies, resulting in significant human rights violations and widespread suffering for the Crimean Tatar population.
  • Polish 2nd Army Corps Captures Monte Cassino The Polish 2nd Army Corps achieved a significant victory by capturing the convent of Monte Cassino in Italy, marking a crucial moment in the Allied offensive against German defensive positions during World War II.

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May 18, 1944: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was May 18, 1944?


May 18, 1944 was a Thursday and it was the 139th day of the year 1944 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 18, 1944 can also be written as 5/18/1944 in the US and as 18/5/1944 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 18, 1944?


Famous people born on May 18, 1944:

  • W. G. Sebald

    Influential German writer known for innovative literary works blending fiction, memoir, and historical reflection.

  • Albert Hammond

    Accomplished English singer-songwriter, guitarist, and music producer with significant contributions to popular music.

  • Justus Frantz

    Renowned German classical pianist celebrated for his extraordinary musical interpretations and performances.

  • Winfried Sebald

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May 18, 1944: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 18, 1944:

  • Malva Schalek
  • Johann Dick
  • Vladimir Aleksandrovič Kislicyn

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May 18, 1944: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 18th is Taurus.

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May 18, 1944: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 18, 1944 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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May 18, 1944: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 18, 1944 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 18, 1944 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 May 18, 1944 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 03:46 am and setting at 05:15 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 08, 1944 while the next full moon would come on Jun 06, 1944.

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How old is someone born on May 18, 1944?


Someone born on May 18, 1944 is:

80 years 11 months old,

or 971 months and 26 days old,

or 4225 weeks and 6 days old,

or 29581 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 18, 1944?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 18, 1944?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 18, 1944.

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