What happened on Friday May 26, 1939?

About May 26th, 1939, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Military Training Act received Royal Assent, signaling the United Kingdom's preparations for potential military conflict. This legislative measure was part of the broader pre-World War II military mobilization efforts, indicating growing international tensions.
  • Day of the week: May 26th, 1939 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • Popular movie: The Four Feathers directed by Shekhar Kapur

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May 26, 1939: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 26, 1939:

  • United Kingdom Passes Military Training Act The Military Training Act received Royal Assent, signaling the United Kingdom's preparations for potential military conflict. This legislative measure was part of the broader pre-World War II military mobilization efforts, indicating growing international tensions.
  • Squalus Submarine Disaster Rescue Efforts Conclude Rescue efforts for the USS Squalus submarine disaster were terminated after a complex and tragic maritime rescue operation. While 33 crew members were successfully rescued, 26 crew members in the after section of the submarine tragically perished, marking a significant maritime tragedy of the pre-World War II era.
  • Georgian Anti-Soviet Movement Leader Born Merab Kostava emerged as a prominent leader of the Georgian anti-Soviet resistance movement, later recognized as a national hero of Georgia. His activism and commitment to Georgian national identity played a significant role in challenging Soviet oppression during the mid-20th century.
  • Birth of Renowned Sportscaster Brent Musburger Brent Musburger was born in Portland, Oregon, who would later become a highly influential and recognizable sportscaster in American media. His career would span decades, covering numerous significant sporting events and becoming a household name in sports broadcasting.

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May 26, 1939: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE Magazine

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What day of the week was May 26, 1939?


May 26, 1939 was a Friday and it was the 146th day of the year 1939 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 1939 can also be written as 5/26/1939 in the US and as 26/5/1939 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 26, 1939?


Famous people born on May 26, 1939:

  • Ian Mckellen

    Renowned British actor famous for his roles in 'Lord of the Rings' as Gandalf and 'X-Men' as Magneto, and a prominent LGBTQ+ rights...

  • Brent Musburger

    Legendary sports broadcaster known for his iconic commentary on NFL games and college sports, who significantly influenced sports media in...

  • Jean-Claude Bateux
  • Cesare Fiorio

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May 26, 1939: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 26, 1939:

  • Charles Horace Mayo

    American physician, co-founded mayo clinic (b. 1865).

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May 26, 1939: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th is Gemini.

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Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

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

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May 26, 1939: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1939 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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May 26, 1939: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 26, 1939 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1939 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 May 26, 1939 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 64% full, rising at 01:31 pm and setting at 02:02 am.

The previous full moon was on May 03, 1939 while the next full moon would come on Jun 02, 1939.

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How old is someone born on May 26, 1939?


Someone born on May 26, 1939 is:

85 years 11 months old,

or 1031 months and 7 days old,

or 4484 weeks and 1 day old,

or 31389 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 1939?

There are 24 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 26th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1939?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 26, 1939.

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