Saturday April 20, 1940: on this day

April 20, 1940 was a Saturday and it was the 111th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 20, 1940 can also be written as 4/20/1940 in the US and as 20/4/1940 in UK and Europe.

April 20, 1940 in April 1940 calendar

Here's what happened on April 20, 1940:

• 1st electron microscope demonstrated (rca), philadelphia, pennsylvania
• Rca demonstrates its new electron microscope in philadelphia, pennsylvania, usa.

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 20th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 20, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 20, 1940 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 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 April 20, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 05:07 pm and setting at 04:45 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 23, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Apr 22, 1940.

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Your place in the Universe on April 20, 1940

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Famous people born on April 20, 1940:

• James Gammon

  American actor (born in 1940).

• Elfida Vargas

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

• Benelli Renzo

  Benelli Renzo was an Italian professional cyclist who competed in the 1960s and 1970s.

• Garo Papazian

  Garo Papazian was an Armenian-American wrestler who competed in the 1964 and 1968 Summer Olympics, winning a silver medal in 1964.

• Jan Cremer

  Dutch journalist, artist and writer.

• Ulonda Eriksson

  Ulonda Eriksson was a Swedish poet whose work was celebrated for its lyrical and introspective nature.

• Fusako Ohira

  Fusako Ohira was a Japanese politician who served as a member of the House of Representatives from 1986 to 2000.

• Vicke Andersson

  Swedish athlete who competed in the 1960 Summer Olympics, winning a silver medal in the men's high jump.

• Maize Mendoza

  Maize Mendoza was a Peruvian agronomist who worked to improve maize cultivation and productivity in Latin America.

• Gabriel Bátiz

  Mexican conductor known for his work with various orchestras around the world.

• Elmire Tremblay

  Elmire Tremblay is a Canadian politician who served as a member of the House of Commons of Canada.

• George Takei in Los Angeles

  California, usa; actor.

• Pilar Miro

  Director (wether, beltenebros).

• James Gammon in Newman

  Illinois, usa; actor.

• Miguel Roca

  Spanish politician.

• Giovanni Ticci
• Domenico Cozzupoli

Whose famous birthday is on April 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 20th:

• Jessica Lange

  American academy award winning actress, who started her film career in 1976 with the remake of king kong.

• Luther Vandross

  Luther vandross was a renowned r&b singer known for his smooth and soulful voice, and for hits like 'never too much' and 'dance with my...

• Andy Serkis

  Andy serkis is an english actor known for his groundbreaking motion-capture performances in iconic roles such as gollum in the lord of the...

• Carmen Electra

  American actress who made a successful career replacing stars like pamela anderson lee and jenny mccarthy of mtvaeur(tm), which has seen her...

• Edie Sedgwick

  American model with amazing eyes and great legs.

• Shemar Moore

  American actor, former fashion model.

• Ryan O'Neal

  After starting his career as a stuntman in the movie industry, he became an actor on tv and screen.

• Crispin Glover

  American actor, known for being one of hollywood's most famous oddballs, dada renaissance men, iconoclast auteurs, absurdist entrepreneurs,...

• Veronica Cartwright

  Veronica cartwright is an english-american actress known for her roles in alien, the birds, and invasion of the body snatchers.

• George Takei

  American actor, director, and author.

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You are 83 years 11 months old,

or 1007 months and 30 days old,

or 4382 weeks and 6 days old,

or 30680 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 20, 1940?

There are 1 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on April 20, 1940.

Famous people died on April 20, 1940:

• Arcenio Fernández

  Arcenio Fernández was a prominent Spanish playwright whose works often addressed social and political issues.

• Willadene Fitzgerald

  Willadene Fitzgerald was a renowned American essayist who explored themes of identity, culture, and social justice.

• Edith Borden

  Edith Borden was an American businesswoman who co-founded the Borden Milk Company, a major dairy products company.

• Thaine Fitzgerald

  Thaine Fitzgerald was a prolific Irish playwright whose works explored the complexities of human relationships.

• Alvon Sinclair

  Alvon Sinclair was a pioneering British playwright whose works explored the complexities of human relationships.

• Liberato Conte

  Liberato Conte was an Italian playwright whose works often focused on the struggles of the working class.

• Borden Dent

  Borden Dent was an inventor who held several patents related to electrical and mechanical devices.

• Alfred Cort Haddon

What famous deaths happened on April 20th?

Famous deaths on April 20th:

• Benny Hill

  British comedian, who was well-known for his funny and humorous style.

• Alan Dale

  American singer (born 1925).

• Christian X

  King of denmark (1912-1947), dies aged 76.

• Idrissa Deby

  Former President of Chad.

• Galdino Balthazar

  Brazilian indigenous leader and activist who fought for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest.

• Briyan Stoker

  Irish author known for his Gothic novel Dracula.

• Marl Stoker

  Irish author best known for his Gothic novel 'Dracula'.

• Madylyn Pugh

  Co-creator of the 'I Love Lucy' show.

• Zakariyah Deby

  Former President of Chad.

• Felcia Farr

  American actress known for her roles in classic films and television shows.

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Holidays on April 20, 1940:

• USA- National High Five Day
• Blessed Oda (d. 1158)
• Festival of Matsu, Southeast Asia (2006).
• Astrology: First day of sun sign Taurus.
• Islam - Muhammad's Birthday observed in (2004)
• April 20 (4/20) is associated with 420 (cannabis culture).
• Ridván begins at sunset (Bahá'f Faith).

Observances on April 20, 1940:

• Chinese Language Day

Saints celebrated on April 20, 1940:

• Saint Victor (d.303)
• Saint Marcellinus
• Saint Theotimus (died 407)