What happened on Monday May 19, 1941?

About May 19th, 1941, in brief:

  • Historical events: Soviet NKGB agent Richard Sorge, stationed in Japan, sent a critical intelligence report to Josef Stalin, warning that nine German armies comprising 150 divisions were preparing to launch a massive invasion of the Soviet Union. Despite the detailed intelligence, Stalin dismissed the warning, which would later prove catastrophically incorrect.
  • Day of the week: May 19th, 1941 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • Popular movie: Tenebre directed by Dario Argento

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May 19, 1941: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 19, 1941:

  • Sorge's Unheeded Warning to Stalin Soviet NKGB agent Richard Sorge, stationed in Japan, sent a critical intelligence report to Josef Stalin, warning that nine German armies comprising 150 divisions were preparing to launch a massive invasion of the Soviet Union. Despite the detailed intelligence, Stalin dismissed the warning, which would later prove catastrophically incorrect.
  • Bismarck Battleship Departs Gdynia The infamous Nazi battleship Bismarck set sail from the Polish port of Gdynia, marking a significant moment in naval warfare during World War II. This departure would lead to one of the most famous naval pursuits in maritime history.
  • Viet Minh Formation DUPE
  • Battle of Amba Alagi Concludes The Battle of Amba Alagi in East Africa ended with a decisive British victory. Prince Amedeo, Duke of Aosta, formally surrendered, marking a significant moment in the African campaign of World War II.
  • William Dobbie Appointed Governor of Malta William Dobbie was officially appointed as the new Governor of Malta, a strategically crucial Mediterranean island during World War II. His leadership would be pivotal during the intense Axis siege of Malta.
  • German Bicycle Taxi Ban in Holland During the German occupation of the Netherlands, occupying forces prohibited the operation of bicycle taxis, further restricting civilian mobility and transportation options.

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May 19, 1941: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was May 19, 1941?


May 19, 1941 was a Monday and it was the 139th day of the year 1941 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 19, 1941 can also be written as 5/19/1941 in the US and as 19/5/1941 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 19, 1941?


Famous people born on May 19, 1941:

  • Nora Ephron
    Nora Ephron

    American director, producer, screenwriter and novelist.

  • Miriam Margolyes

    Acclaimed British actress known for her versatile roles in film, television, and theater, with a distinguished career spanning several...

  • Jane Brody

    Pioneering health and nutrition journalist at The New York Times, author of multiple books who significantly contributed to public...

  • Jocelyne Taillon

    French concert and opera soprano who distinguished herself by winning first prize at the Monte Carlo singing competition in 1966.

  • Bobby Burgess

    Former Disney Mouseketeer and accomplished dancer who later performed on the Lawrence Welk Show, representing a nostalgic era of American...

  • Tania Mallet

    English actress and model active in the mid-20th century entertainment industry.

  • James Hoffa
  • Furio Jesi
  • Ritt Bjerregaard
  • Antonio Paiola
  • Rino Sudano

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May 19, 1941: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 19, 1941:

  • Bernardo Oddo

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May 19, 1941: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 19th is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 19, 1941: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 19, 1941 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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May 19, 1941: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 19, 1941 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 19, 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 May 19, 1941 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 24% full, rising at 02:19 am and setting at 03:04 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 11, 1941 while the next full moon would come on Jun 09, 1941.

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How old is someone born on May 19, 1941?


Someone born on May 19, 1941 is:

84 years and 18 days old,

or 1008 months and 18 days old,

or 4385 weeks and 4 days old,

or 30699 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 19, 1941?

There are 347 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 19th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 19, 1941?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 19, 1941.

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