What happened on Thursday August 28, 1941?

Here's what happened on August 28, 1941:

• Soviet Destruction of Dnieper Dam during World War II During World War II, Soviet forces strategically destroyed the massive Dnieper River dam at Zaporozhye to prevent its capture and potential strategic use by advancing German forces. This scorched earth tactic was a significant military decision aimed at denying infrastructure to the enemy.
• German Capture of Tallinn in World War II On August 28, 1941, German military forces, supported by Estonian volunteer units, successfully captured the city of Tallinn from Soviet control. The Soviet evacuation was marked by significant casualties, representing a critical moment in the Baltic theater of World War II.
• Compiègne Detention Camp Establishment German authorities established a police detention camp in Compiègne, initially designated as a prisoner-of-war facility known as Royallieu or Stalag 122. This camp was part of the broader Nazi infrastructure for managing captured personnel and potential political prisoners.
• 8th NFL Chicago All-Star Game The 8th NFL Chicago All-Star Game took place, with the Chicago Bears defeating the All-Stars team with a score of 37-13. This exhibition game was a notable event in professional American football during the early 1940s.
• Baroness Sybille de Selys Longchamps Baroness Sybille de Selys Longchamps, a notable Belgian aristocrat, was mentioned on this date. While specific details are limited, her presence suggests potential significance in Belgian social or historical contexts.

Events in 1941

August 28, 1941: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 28, 1941

Newspapers from Aug. 28, 1941

August 28, 1941 was a Thursday and it was the 240th day of the year 1941 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 28, 1941 can also be written as 8/28/1941 in the US and as 28/8/1941 in UK and Europe.

August 28, 1941 in August 1941 calendar

Famous people born on August 28, 1941:

• Michael Craig-Martin

  Influential Irish contemporary artist known for his conceptual and minimalist approach to painting and illustration.

• Paul Plishka

  Renowned American opera bass singer known for his performances in major opera houses worldwide.

• Bernard Ebbers

  Controversial American businessman known for his role in the WorldCom accounting scandal.

Famous people born in 1941

Famous people born on August 28th

Famous people died on August 28, 1941:

• Ugo Agostoni

Famous people who died in 1941

Famous people who died on August 28th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 28th is Virgo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 28, 1941: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 28, 1941 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 28, 1941 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 28, 1941 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 August 28, 1941 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 45% full, rising at 12:48 pm and setting at 11:26 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 1941 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1941.

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Your place in the Universe on August 28, 1941

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Someone born on August 28, 1941 is:

83 years 8 months old,

or 1004 months and 26 days old,

or 4369 weeks and 2 days old,

or 30585 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 28, 1941?

There are 96 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 28th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 28, 1941?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 28, 1941.

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