What happened on Friday August 20, 1943?

About August 20th, 1943, in brief:

  • Historical events: During the Eastern Front campaign of World War II, Soviet forces successfully captured the strategic town of Libedin, located west of Kharkov (now Kharkiv). This military operation was significant as it disrupted German military logistics and potentially impacted the Nazi rocket development program by creating strategic pressure on German-occupied territories.
  • Day of the week: August 20th, 1943 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: Sahara directed by Breck Eisner

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August 20, 1943: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 20, 1943:

  • Soviet Capture of Libedin During World War II During the Eastern Front campaign of World War II, Soviet forces successfully captured the strategic town of Libedin, located west of Kharkov (now Kharkiv). This military operation was significant as it disrupted German military logistics and potentially impacted the Nazi rocket development program by creating strategic pressure on German-occupied territories.

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August 20, 1943: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was August 20, 1943?


August 20, 1943 was a Friday and it was the 232nd day of the year 1943 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 1943 can also be written as 8/20/1943 in the US and as 20/8/1943 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on August 20, 1943?


Famous people born on August 20, 1943:

  • Sylvester McCoy

    Scottish actor best known for portraying the seventh incarnation of the Doctor in the iconic science fiction series 'Doctor Who' from 1987...

  • Patrick Demarchelier

    Renowned French fashion photographer who worked for prestigious magazines like Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, capturing iconic campaigns for...

  • Roger Gale

    English politician and Conservative Party member of Parliament known for his long-standing political career.

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August 20, 1943: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 20, 1943:

  • William Irvine

    Irish-australian politician, 21st premier of victoria (b. 1858).

  • Kalevi Tervo

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August 20, 1943: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 20th is Leo.

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August 20, 1943: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 1943 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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August 20, 1943: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 20, 1943 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 1943 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 August 20, 1943 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 60% full, rising at 10:27 pm and setting at 12:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 15, 1943 while the next full moon would come on Sep 14, 1943.

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How old is someone born on August 20, 1943?


Someone born on August 20, 1943 is:

81 years 8 months old,

or 980 months and 24 days old,

or 4264 weeks and 5 days old,

or 29853 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 20, 1943?

There are 98 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday August 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 20, 1943?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 20, 1943.

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