What happened on Tuesday December 24, 1940?

Here's what happened on December 24, 1940:

• Roosevelt's 'Arsenal of Democracy' Speech President Franklin D. Roosevelt delivers a landmark fireside chat, declaring the United States must become 'the great arsenal of democracy', signaling America's pivotal role in supporting Allied forces during World War II and preparing for potential military engagement.
• Gandhi's Second Letter to Hitler Mahatma Gandhi writes a profound and poignant second letter to Adolf Hitler, addressing him as 'My friend' and passionately appealing to him to cease the war, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to non-violence and humanitarian principles during World War II.
• Second Great Fire of London During World War II, the Luftwaffe conducts a massive incendiary bombing raid on London, igniting approximately 1,500 fires and causing significant damage to historic landmarks including the Guildhall and Trinity House, marking a devastating moment in the city's wartime experience.
• Paul Tagliabue NFL Commissioner Appointment Paul Tagliabue becomes the NFL Commissioner, serving from 1989 to 2006, leading the league during a significant period of growth and transformation.

Events in 1940

December 24, 1940: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 24, 1940

Newspapers from Dec. 24, 1940

December 24, 1940 was a Tuesday and it was the 359th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 24, 1940 can also be written as 12/24/1940 in the US and as 24/12/1940 in UK and Europe.

December 24, 1940 in December 1940 calendar

Famous people born on December 24, 1940:

• Anthony Fauci

  A prominent American physician and immunologist who played a crucial role in the United States' response to numerous infectious disease...

• Jorma Kaukonen in Washington DC

  A renowned rock guitarist and vocalist, best known as a founding member of the influential psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane and the...

• Sharon Farrell
• Michael Cook

Famous people born in 1940

Famous people born on December 24th

Famous people died on December 24, 1940:

• Corrado Benini
• Giorgio Emo di Capodilista
• Harry McRae Webster

Famous people who died in 1940

Famous people who died on December 24th

December 24, 1940: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 24, 1940 was Yes, My Darling Daughter by Dinah Shore, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

1. Dinah Shore - Yes, My Darling Daughter

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 24th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 24, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 24, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 24, 1940 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 24, 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 December 24, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 02:22 am and setting at 02:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Jan 13, 1941.

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Your place in the Universe on December 24, 1940

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Someone born on December 24, 1940 is:

84 years 3 months old,

or 1011 months and 30 days old,

or 4400 weeks and 1 day old,

or 30801 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 24, 1940?

There are 245 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 24th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 24, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on December 24, 1940.

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