Saturday February 24, 1940: on this day

February 24, 1940 was the 55th day of the year 1940, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is February 24, 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 February 24, 1940, who was born and died on February 24, 1940, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 24, 1940, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. The House of the Seven Gables, directed by Joe May), 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 February 24th, 1940 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 24, 1940?


February 24, 1940 was a Saturday and it was the 55th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 24, 1940 can also be written as 2/24/1940 in the US and as 24/2/1940 in UK and Europe.

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February 24, 1940: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 24, 1940:

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February 24, 1940: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 24th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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

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

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Discover the planets positions on February 24th, 1940 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 24, 1940: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 24, 1940 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 24, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 07:35 pm and setting at 07:45 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 February 24, 1940?


Famous people born on February 24, 1940:

  • Pete Duel

    American actor (born in 1940).

  • Guy Périllat

    French skier.

  • Jean-Marie Cavada

    Jean-marie cavada is a french politician and former member of the european parliament, known for his work in media regulation and copyright...

  • Denis Law

    Denis Law is a Scottish former footballer known for his time at Manchester United and Manchester City.

  • Jimmy Ellis

    Wba heavyweight boxing champion (1968-70).

  • Maria Gabriella

    Savoyard princess and noted historian of italy.

  • Theo Bosch

    Dutch humanist / architect (nieuwmarkt, amsterdam).

  • Denis
  • Khalid bin Faysal Al Sa'ud
  • Nicolae Martinescu
  • Ludwig Leitner
  • Bruno Nicolè
  • John Lyall
  • Mario Piave

Whose famous birthday is on February 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 24th:

  • George Harrison
    George Harrison

    British composer, producer and musician.

  • Kristin Davis
    Kristin Davis

    Kristin davis is an american actress best known for her role as charlotte york in the popular tv series sex and the city.

  • Edward James Olmos
    Edward James Olmos

    Edward james olmos is a mexican-american actor and director known for his roles in 'stand and deliver' and 'battlestar galactica'.

  • Helen Shaver
    Helen Shaver

    Canadian-american actress in live theater, film and television.

  • Emmanuelle Riva
    Emmanuelle Riva

    French actress on stage, film, and television.

  • Alessandro Gassman
    Alessandro Gassman

    Alessandro gassman is an italian actor known for his work in italian cinema and theater.

  • Abe Vigoda
    Abe Vigoda

    American actor.

  • James Farentino
    James Farentino

    American actor (d. 2012).

  • Steven Hill
    Steven Hill

    Seattle, washington -- actor.

  • Mark Moses
    Mark Moses

    American actor.

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February 24, 1940: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 84 years 1 month old,

or 1009 months and 4 days old,

or 4387 weeks and 5 days old,

or 30714 days old,

if you were born on February 24, 1940.

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

There are 333 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 24th 2025.

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

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

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February 24, 1940: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 24, 1940:

  • Ascensión Nicol Goñi

What famous deaths happened on February 24th?

Famous deaths on February 24th:

  • Don Knotts
    Don Knotts

    Don knotts was an american actor best known for his role as barney fife on the andy griffith show.

  • Dinah Shore
    Dinah Shore

    American entertainer.

  • Dennis Weaver
    Dennis Weaver

    American actor who played the role of chester, a low-key character in "gunsmoke," between 1955-1964.

  • Johnnie Ray
    Johnnie Ray

    American singer-songwriter from the pre-elvis era.

  • Bruce Bennett
    Bruce Bennett

    American actor and shot putter (d. 2007).

  • George Gobel
    George Gobel

    Chicago, illinois -- comedian/tv personality (i love my wife).

  • Ronald Pickup
    Ronald Pickup

    English actor (b. 1940).

  • Conrad Nagel
    Conrad Nagel

    Actor (celebrity time), passes away at 73.

  • Bobby Moore
    Bobby Moore

    Captain of the english soccer team (world champions 1966), is dead (born 1941).

  • Jean Rogers
    Jean Rogers

    Actress (flash gordon hot cargo), died at 74.

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February 24, 1940: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 24, 1940:

  • Independence Day in Estonia (1918; the Soviet period is considered illegal annexation).
  • Flag Day in MTxico.
  • St. Sergius
  • Dragobete in Romania.
  • St. Matthias
  • St. Modest
  • St. Edelbert
  • Blessed Ameel of Ter Duinen
  • Regifugium, in the Roman calendar.

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February 24, 1940: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 24, 1940 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The House of the Seven Gables

The House of the Seven Gables

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Joe May

Starring: George Sanders, Margaret Lindsay, Vincent Price, Dick Foran

Strange Cargo

Strange Cargo

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Frank Borzage

Starring: Clark Gable, Joan Crawford, Ian Hunter, Peter Lorre

Charlie Chan in Panama

Charlie Chan in Panama

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Norman Foster

Starring: Sidney Toler, Jean Rogers, Lionel Atwill, Mary Nash

Knights of the Range

Knights of the Range

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Lesley Selander

Starring: Russell Hayden, Victor Jory, Jean Parker, Morris Ankrum

Castle on the Hudson

Castle on the Hudson

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Anatole Litvak

Starring: John Garfield, Ann Sheridan, Pat O'Brien, Burgess Meredith

February 24, 1940: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 24, 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 February 24, 1940?

On February 24, 1940 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 24, 1940?

On February 24, 1940 the UK Prime Minister was Neville Chamberlain (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 24, 1940?

On February 24, 1940 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 24th?

February 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of February. 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 February 24th, such as:

  • 2019 - 91st academy awards: the academy awards are presented in hollywood. bohemian rhapsody takes home four of the most prestigious awards. black panther, green book and roma each took home three awards. (the guardian),
  • 2018 - Somali civil war (2009-present). february 2018, mogadishu attack. at least 38 people were killed in two car bombings that took place near mogadishu's presidential palace. al-shabaab claims responsibility for the attacks.
  • 2017 - After months of fighting, the turkish-backed free syrian army seizes al-bab from isil in the syrian civil war. (the washington post). at least 60 people are killed when a car bomb explodes in sousian, a syrian village north of al-bab. (time), (bbc),

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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 February 1940?

February 1940 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

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