What happened on Friday February 26, 1943?

About February 26th, 1943, in brief:

  • Historical events: Soviet troops successfully recaptured the city of Voronezh on February 26, 1943, during a critical phase of the Eastern Front in World War II. This strategic victory was part of the larger Soviet counteroffensive against German forces.
  • Day of the week: February 26th, 1943 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: Sahara directed by Breck Eisner

More about February 26th, 1943? See below for more news and curiosities on February 26th, 1943.

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February 26, 1943: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 26, 1943:

  • Soviet Recapture of Voronezh Soviet troops successfully recaptured the city of Voronezh on February 26, 1943, during a critical phase of the Eastern Front in World War II. This strategic victory was part of the larger Soviet counteroffensive against German forces.
  • German Assault in North Tunisia During World War II, German forces launched a strategic military operation targeting the city of Beja in North Tunisia, continuing their defensive efforts in the North African campaign.
  • Bill Duke: Actor and Director Bill Duke, a prominent African American actor, director, and producer, was born on this date. Known for his powerful screen presence and significant contributions to film and television, Duke has been a notable figure in Hollywood since the 1970s.

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February 26, 1943: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was February 26, 1943?


February 26, 1943 was a Friday and it was the 57th day of the year 1943 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 26, 1943 can also be written as 2/26/1943 in the US and as 26/2/1943 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on February 26, 1943?


Famous people born on February 26, 1943:

  • Bill Duke
    Bill Duke

    Prominent African American actor and director known for roles in action films like 'Predator' and 'Bird on a Wire', with a significant...

  • Dante Ferretti

    Acclaimed Italian production designer who has collaborated extensively with Martin Scorsese, creating iconic visual aesthetics for numerous...

  • Marilyn Michaels

    American comedian renowned for her impressive stand-up impressions, daughter of Fraydele Oysher, a notable performer from Bessarabia.

  • Bob Hite (The Bear)

    American singer-songwriter and musician (d. 1981).

  • Michele Carey
    Michele Carey

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February 26, 1943: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 26, 1943:

  • Theodor Eicke

    German inspector of concentration camps and ss guard forms.

  • Michele Crisafulli Mondìo
  • Cesare Micheli

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February 26, 1943: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 26th is Pisces.

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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 26, 1943: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 26, 1943 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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February 26, 1943: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 26, 1943 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 26, 1943 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 26, 1943 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 12:19 am and setting at 11:53 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 20, 1943 while the next full moon would come on Mar 21, 1943.

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How old is someone born on February 26, 1943?


Someone born on February 26, 1943 is:

82 years 2 months old,

or 986 months and 18 days old,

or 4289 weeks and 5 days old,

or 30028 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 26, 1943?

There are 288 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 26th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 26, 1943?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on February 26, 1943.

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