What happened on Wednesday June 22, 1938?

About June 22nd, 1938, in brief:

  • Historical events: Joe Louis knocked out Max Schmeling at 2:04 of the first round at Yankee Stadium in New York, retaining the heavyweight championship. This fight was significant not only as a sporting event but also as a symbolic moment in the context of rising tensions between the United States and Nazi Germany.
  • Day of the week: June 22nd, 1938 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • Popular movie: Rasputin directed by Louis Nero

More about June 22nd, 1938? See below for more news and curiosities on June 22nd, 1938.

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June 22, 1938: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 22, 1938:

  • Joe Louis Defeats Max Schmeling in Historic Boxing Match Joe Louis knocked out Max Schmeling at 2:04 of the first round at Yankee Stadium in New York, retaining the heavyweight championship. This fight was significant not only as a sporting event but also as a symbolic moment in the context of rising tensions between the United States and Nazi Germany.
  • Civil Aeronautics Act Signed into Law The Civil Aeronautics Act was signed into law, establishing the Civil Aeronautics Authority in the United States. This legislation was crucial in regulating and developing the growing commercial aviation industry, setting standards for safety and operational procedures.
  • Germany Initiates Civil Defense Measures The German government began implementing civil defense measures, reflecting the growing tensions and preparations for potential conflict in Europe during the pre-World War II period.
  • Bankruptcy Act Takes Effect The Bankruptcy Act went into effect in the United States, providing a standardized legal framework for handling financial insolvency and protecting both creditors and debtors.
  • Marineland Opens in Florida Marineland, one of the first marine life parks in the United States, opened near St. Augustine, Florida. This attraction would become a pioneering institution in marine animal entertainment and education.

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June 22, 1938: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE Magazine

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What day of the week was June 22, 1938?


June 22, 1938 was a Wednesday and it was the 173rd day of the year 1938 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 22, 1938 can also be written as 6/22/1938 in the US and as 22/6/1938 in UK and Europe.

June 22, 1938 in June 1938 calendar

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Who was born on June 22, 1938?


Famous people born on June 22, 1938:

  • Hanno-Walter Kruft

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June 22, 1938: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 22, 1938:

  • C. J. Dennis

    Australian poet and author (b. 1876).

  • Herbert Jamison

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June 22, 1938: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 22nd is Cancer.

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June 22, 1938: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 22, 1938 is Tiger and the associated element is Earth.

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June 22, 1938: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 22, 1938 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 22, 1938 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 22, 1938 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 01:12 am and setting at 03:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 12, 1938 while the next full moon would come on Jul 12, 1938.

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How old is someone born on June 22, 1938?


Someone born on June 22, 1938 is:

86 years 11 months old,

or 1043 months and 15 days old,

or 4537 weeks and 2 days old,

or 31761 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 22, 1938?

There are 16 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 22nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 22, 1938?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on June 22, 1938.

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