What happened on Wednesday June 20, 1934?

About June 20th, 1934, in brief:

  • Historical events: On June 20, 1934, the German ocean liner SS Dresden encountered a catastrophic maritime accident in a fjord near Haugesund, Norway. After striking a rock, the vessel sustained significant hull damage, causing approximately 100 passengers to panic and jump overboard without waiting for lifeboats. Tragically, three women lost their lives during the incident. The ship ultimately managed to beach itself at Karmøy Island and was subsequently abandoned.
  • Day of the week: June 20th, 1934 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • Popular movie: Of Human Bondage directed by John Cromwell

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June 20, 1934: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 20, 1934:

  • SS Dresden Maritime Disaster near Norway On June 20, 1934, the German ocean liner SS Dresden encountered a catastrophic maritime accident in a fjord near Haugesund, Norway. After striking a rock, the vessel sustained significant hull damage, causing approximately 100 passengers to panic and jump overboard without waiting for lifeboats. Tragically, three women lost their lives during the incident. The ship ultimately managed to beach itself at Karmøy Island and was subsequently abandoned.
  • Birth of Samuel Zoll Samuel Zoll, a notable jurist and politician, was born in Peabody, Massachusetts on June 20, 1934. Throughout his life, he made significant contributions to law and politics before passing away in 2011.

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June 20, 1934: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was June 20, 1934?


June 20, 1934 was a Wednesday and it was the 171st day of the year 1934 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 20, 1934 can also be written as 6/20/1934 in the US and as 20/6/1934 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on June 20, 1934?


Famous people born on June 20, 1934:

  • Rossana Podestà

    Prominent Italian-Libyan actress who had a significant career in European cinema during the mid-20th century.

  • Alain Bancquart

    French composer, director, and musician known for his innovative work in contemporary classical music.

  • Anne Sylvestre
  • Eduardo del Río

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June 20, 1934: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 20th is Gemini.

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June 20, 1934: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 20, 1934 is Dog and the associated element is Wood.

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June 20, 1934: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 20, 1934 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 20, 1934 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 June 20, 1934 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 59% full, rising at 01:29 pm and setting at 01:02 am.

The previous full moon was on May 28, 1934 while the next full moon would come on Jun 27, 1934.

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How old is someone born on June 20, 1934?


Someone born on June 20, 1934 is:

90 years 10 months old,

or 1090 months and 24 days old,

or 4743 weeks

or 33201 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 20, 1934?

There are 37 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday June 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 20, 1934?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on June 20, 1934.

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