What happened on Tuesday June 25, 1940?

About June 25th, 1940, in brief:

  • Historical events: During World War II, the armistice between France and Nazi Germany officially came into effect, marking a significant turning point in the war. This agreement effectively ended France's military resistance and led to the German occupation of a large portion of French territory.
  • Day of the week: June 25th, 1940 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: The Sea Hawk directed by Michael Curtiz

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June 25, 1940: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 25, 1940:

  • French Armistice with Nazi Germany Takes Effect During World War II, the armistice between France and Nazi Germany officially came into effect, marking a significant turning point in the war. This agreement effectively ended France's military resistance and led to the German occupation of a large portion of French territory.
  • Hitler's Symbolic Tour of Conquered France Adolf Hitler personally visited Paris, viewing the iconic Eiffel Tower and the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte, symbolically demonstrating Germany's military victory and territorial conquest of France.
  • Birth of A.J. Quinnell A.J. Quinnell, a notable English thriller and mystery writer who would later become known for his compelling novels, was born. He would go on to have a significant literary career before passing away in 2005.
  • Birth of Thomas Köhler Thomas Köhler, a prominent German luger, was born. He would later achieve Olympic glory by winning gold medals in luge at the 1964 and 1968 Olympic Games.

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June 25, 1940: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was June 25, 1940?


June 25, 1940 was a Tuesday and it was the 177th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 25, 1940 can also be written as 6/25/1940 in the US and as 25/6/1940 in UK and Europe.

June 25, 1940 in June 1940 calendar

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Who was born on June 25, 1940?


Famous people born on June 25, 1940:

  • Clint Warwick

    Original bassist of the legendary rock band The Moody Blues, contributing to their early sound and success.

  • Penny Graham

    British writer and fashion journalist known for her contributions to media and style reporting.

  • Mary Beth Peil

    Accomplished American actress and singer with notable stage and screen performances.

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Famous people born on June 25th

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June 25, 1940: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 25, 1940:

  • George Hackathorne
  • Wilhelm Stekel

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June 25, 1940: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 25th is Cancer.

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Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 25, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 25, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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June 25, 1940: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 25, 1940 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 25, 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 June 25, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 60% full, rising at 11:28 pm and setting at 12:05 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 19, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Jul 19, 1940.

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How old is someone born on June 25, 1940?


Someone born on June 25, 1940 is:

84 years 10 months old,

or 1018 months and 19 days old,

or 4429 weeks and 1 day old,

or 31004 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 25, 1940?

There are 42 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 25th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 25, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on June 25, 1940.

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