What happened on Monday May 20, 1946?

Here's what happened on May 20, 1946:

• Birth of Cher, Iconic Performer Cherilyn Sarkisian, professionally known as Cher, is born. She will become a legendary singer, actress, and pop culture icon known for her distinctive voice and groundbreaking career spanning multiple decades.
• British Coal Mining Industry Nationalization The British House of Commons passes a bill to nationalize the United Kingdom's coal mining industry, with a decisive vote of 324 to 143. This landmark legislation represents a significant shift in economic policy and industrial management in post-war Britain.
• Establishment of the Bank of Taiwan The Bank of Taiwan is officially established, marking a significant moment in the financial infrastructure of Taiwan and playing a crucial role in the region's economic development post-World War II.
• Cubs Pitcher Claude Passeau's Fielding Record Ends Chicago Cubs pitcher Claude Passeau commits his first error since September 21, 1941, concluding an impressive streak of 273 consecutive errorless fielding chances.

Events in 1946

May 20, 1946: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 20, 1946

Newspapers from May. 20, 1946

May 20, 1946 was a Monday and it was the 140th day of the year 1946 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 20, 1946 can also be written as 5/20/1946 in the US and as 20/5/1946 in UK and Europe.

May 20, 1946 in May 1946 calendar

Famous people born on May 20, 1946:

• Cher

  Legendary American entertainer who rose to fame with her partner Sonny Bono, creating hit songs like 'I Got You Babe' and becoming style...

• Cher (entertainer)

  Cher is an iconic American singer, actress, and television personality known for her distinctive contralto singing voice and remarkable...

• Jim Lyttle

  American baseball player who began his professional career in 1969.

• Bobby Murcer

  American baseball outfielder who played professionally and was known for his tobacco use and introspective personality.

• Paul Hirst
• Dominique Caillaud
• Michel Lefait
• George Lusztig

Famous people born in 1946

Famous people born on May 20th

Famous people died on May 20, 1946:

• Jacob Ellehammer

  Danish engineer and mechanic (d. 1946).

• Edmond Derrien
• Emil Frey
• Enrico Gasparri

Famous people who died in 1946

Famous people who died on May 20th

May 20, 1946: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 20, 1946 was Hey! Ba-Ba-Re-Bop by Tex Beneke & The Glenn Miller Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Tex Beneke & The Glenn Miller Orchestra - Hey! Ba-Ba-Re-Bop
2. Peggy Lee - I Don't Know Enough About You

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 20th 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 20, 1946: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 20, 1946 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 20, 1946 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 20, 1946 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 20, 1946 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 11:35 pm and setting at 09:43 am.

The previous full moon was on May 16, 1946 while the next full moon would come on Jun 14, 1946.

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Your place in the Universe on May 20, 1946

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Someone born on May 20, 1946 is:

78 years 11 months old,

or 947 months and 24 days old,

or 4121 weeks and 2 days old,

or 28849 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 20, 1946?

There are 6 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 20, 1946?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 20, 1946.

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