Friday March 22, 1940: on this day

March 22, 1940 was the 82nd day of the year 1940, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.

Is March 22, 1940 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 22, 1940, who was born and died on March 22, 1940, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 22, 1940, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Son of the Navy, directed by William Nigh), TV series (e.g. Nbc News (1940 Tv Series)) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 22nd, 1940 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 22, 1940?


March 22, 1940 was a Friday and it was the 82nd day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 22, 1940 can also be written as 3/22/1940 in the US and as 22/3/1940 in UK and Europe.

March 22, 1940 in March 1940 calendar

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March 22, 1940: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 22nd is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 22, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 22, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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March 22, 1940: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 22, 1940 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 22, 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 March 22, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 05:06 pm and setting at 05:36 am.

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

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Who was born on March 22, 1940?


Famous people born on March 22, 1940:

  • Haing Ngor
    Haing Ngor

    Author and actor in the cambodian-american medical profession (d. 1996).

  • Amaliya Maksimova

    Acclaimed ballerina known for her grace and talent.

  • Shulamis Lipson

    Shulamis Lipson is a renowned Israeli dancer who has performed with leading dance companies around the world.

  • Lagena Lookabill Greene

    Prolific author of mystery novels.

  • Ocia Lindsey

    Innovative playwright known for pushing the boundaries of traditional theater.

  • Irwin Roth

    Irwin Roth is an American businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Roth Investment Group, a successful private equity firm.

  • Guinn Dobbs

    American musician and songwriter, known for his work in country and folk music.

  • Rudie Bouwman

    Rudie Bouwman was a Dutch professional soccer player who played as a midfielder.

  • Chrys Parker

    Chrys Parker was a renowned British playwright known for her socially conscious dramas.

  • Elmond Schaeffer

    Elmond Schaeffer is an electrical engineer known for his work in power electronics and renewable energy systems.

  • Dave Keon

    Canadian ice hockey player.

  • Zilla Rocca

    Zilla Rocca was an Italian painter known for her abstract expressionist works.

  • Erie Dunn

    Erie Dunn is a respected political figure who has served in various government positions.

  • Mauro Ravera

    Renowned Italian sculptor known for his monumental public art installations.

  • Foley Berger

    Foley Berger is a contemporary sculptor recognized for his innovative use of materials.

  • Oriole Smith

    Innovative playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.

  • George Edward Alcorn

    Jr.

  • William Ritchie

    Vice-chancellor (lancaster university).

Whose famous birthday is on March 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 22nd:

  • Reese Witherspoon
    Reese Witherspoon

    Reese witherspoon is an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as legally blonde and walk the line.

  • James Patterson
    James Patterson

    James patterson is an american author known for his popular crime and thriller novels, including the alex cross series.

  • Rani Mukerji
    Rani Mukerji

    Rani mukerji is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films, including notable performances in movies like 'kuch kuch hota hai'...

  • Matthew Modine
    Matthew Modine

    American actor known for his roles in films like Full Metal Jacket.

  • George Benson
    George Benson

    George benson is a renowned jazz singer and guitarist known for his smooth vocals and impressive guitar skills.

  • Fanny Ardant
    Fanny Ardant

    French actress.

  • William Shatner
    William Shatner

    Canadian-american actor, tv and film best known for his role as starship commander james t. kirk in the 1966-1969 series star trek.

  • Keegan-Michael Key
    Keegan-Michael Key

    Keegan-michael key is a comedian known for his work on the sketch comedy show key & peele.

  • Marcel Marceau
    Marcel Marceau

    Marceau, french pantomime actor, actor, author and creator of "bip", the internationally recognized white-faced clown, was awarded two...

  • Stephen Sondheim
    Stephen Sondheim

    American composer and lyricist.

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March 22, 1940: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 84 years and 29 days old,

or 1008 months and 29 days old,

or 4387 weeks and 1 day old,

or 30710 days old,

if you were born on March 22, 1940.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 22, 1940?

There are 336 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 22nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 22, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on March 22, 1940.

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March 22, 1940: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 22, 1940:

  • Adalei Wilcox

    Adalei Wilcox was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York's 27th...

  • Konni Westerholm

    Finnish photographer known for his landscape and nature photography.

  • David Samuel Margoliouth

What famous deaths happened on March 22nd?

Famous deaths on March 22nd:

  • Paul Verhoeven
    Paul Verhoeven

    Director (robocop 4th man, total recall), is killed at 73.

  • Don Murray
    Don Murray

    American actor.

  • Gemini Ganesan
    Gemini Ganesan

    Indian actor and director (d. 2002).

  • Gloria Holden
    Gloria Holden

    English-american actress (b. 1908).

  • Ben Lyon
    Ben Lyon

    Atlanta, georgia -- actor (i cover the waterfront night nurse).

  • Rita Gam
    Rita Gam

    Pittsburgh, pennsylvania -- actress.

  • Joan Shawlee
    Joan Shawlee

    Actress (abbott & costello show), died at 58.

  • Joahan Wolfgang von Goethe

    German writer and statesman known for his literary works such as Faust.

  • Coleston Jones

    Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research.

  • Elgin Baylor

    Elgin Baylor was an American professional basketball player who played for the Los Angeles Lakers in the National Basketball Association...

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March 22, 1940: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 22, 1940:

  • Blessed Genta of Maaseik
  • The fourth day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • World Water Day.
  • Easter Sunday - 1818, 2285. In the Gregorian Calendar 22 March is the earliest date on which Easter Sunday can fall (25th April is the latest).

Saints celebrated on March 22, 1940:

  • Saint Octavian
  • Saint Lea of Rome
  • Saint Reinhilde of Ghent

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March 22, 1940: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 22, 1940 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Son of the Navy

Son of the Navy

Release year: 1940

Directed by: William Nigh

Starring: Jean Parker, James Dunn, Martin Spellman, Selmer Jackson

The Courageous Dr. Christian

The Courageous Dr. Christian

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Bernard Vorhaus

Starring: Jean Hersholt, Dorothy Lovett, Robert Baldwin, Tom Neal

Gang War

Gang War

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Leo C. Popkin

Starring: Ralph Cooper, Gladys Snyder, Reginald Fenderson, Laurence Criner

Rebecca

Rebecca

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, George Sanders, Judith Anderson

Country: United States of America

Primrose Path

Primrose Path

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Gregory La Cava

Starring: Ginger Rogers, Joel McCrea, Marjorie Rambeau, Henry Travers

Country: United States of America

March 22, 1940: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 22, 1940 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

NBC News (1940 TV Series)

NBC News (1940 TV Series)

Release year: 1940

Down on the Farm

Down on the Farm

Release year: 1939

Starring: A.G. Street

Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair

Release year: 1939

Directed by: nbcu

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Who was the US President on March 22, 1940?

On March 22, 1940 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 22, 1940?

On March 22, 1940 the UK Prime Minister was Neville Chamberlain (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 22, 1940?

On March 22, 1940 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about March 22nd?

March 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of March. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on March 22nd, such as:

  • 2019 - Boko haram insurgency. 23 national army soldiers were killed by boko haram militants in an attack in the chad town of dangdala.
  • 2018 - Somali civil war (2009-present). a car bomb explosion in mogadishu near the weheliye hotel in the somali capital kills at most 14 and injures ten others. al-shabab claims responsibility.
  • 2017 - 2017 westminster attack: a vehicle-ramming attack was carried out by an attacker outside the houses of parliament in london. he then stabbed a police officer before being shot and killed by security forces. at least four people are killed, including the attacker. (bbc), (sky news),

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What happened in 1940?

1940 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • WPG-AM in Atlantic City, New Jersey consolidates with WBIL andWOV as new WOV
  • FCC hears 1st transmission of FM radio with clear, static-free signal
  • Foreign correspondents in the Netherlands under censorship

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What was the calendar for March 1940?

March 1940 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how March 1940 calendar looked like.

Friday March 22, 1940