What happened on Sunday March 29, 1942?

About March 29th, 1942, in brief:

  • Historical events: General John L. DeWitt issued Public Proclamation No. 4, enforcing the forced evacuation and detention of Japanese-American residents from the West Coast. Authorized by Executive Order 9066, this proclamation mandated Japanese Americans to evacuate within 48 hours, with violations punishable by up to one year in prison and a $5,000 fine. This action represented a dark chapter of racial discrimination during World War II.
  • Day of the week: March 29th, 1942 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • Popular movie: Black Swan directed by Darren Aronofsky

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March 29, 1942: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 29, 1942:

  • Japanese-American Internment Proclamation General John L. DeWitt issued Public Proclamation No. 4, enforcing the forced evacuation and detention of Japanese-American residents from the West Coast. Authorized by Executive Order 9066, this proclamation mandated Japanese Americans to evacuate within 48 hours, with violations punishable by up to one year in prison and a $5,000 fine. This action represented a dark chapter of racial discrimination during World War II.
  • Stafford Cripps' Mission to India Stafford Cripps met with Mahatma Gandhi in New Delhi, presenting a comprehensive plan for post-war Indian self-governance. The Cripps Mission represented a critical diplomatic effort by Britain to negotiate India's political future during World War II, offering potential constitutional reforms in exchange for wartime cooperation.
  • RAF Bomber Command's First Major Success Against Germany The Bombing of Lübeck marked a significant milestone for the Royal Air Force's Bomber Command during World War II. This strategic air raid was the first major successful attack on a German city, demonstrating the RAF's growing aerial capabilities and marking a psychological turning point in the air war against Nazi Germany.
  • St. Nazaire Raid: Devastating British Operation The St. Nazaire Raid resulted in a massive explosion that killed approximately 400 German personnel. This daring British commando operation targeted a crucial German naval dock facility, demonstrating extraordinary strategic audacity during World War II.
  • Japanese Victory in Toungoo, Burma Campaign The Battle of Toungoo concluded with a decisive Japanese victory, with Japanese forces capturing Pyu. This engagement was a critical moment in the Japanese military's expansion across Southeast Asia during World War II, significantly advancing their strategic position in the Burma Campaign.
  • British Cruiser Trinidad's Tragic Self-Torpedo In a dramatic incident during World War II's naval operations, the British cruiser HMS Trinidad accidentally torpedoed itself in the treacherous waters of the Barents Sea, highlighting the unpredictable and perilous nature of naval warfare.
  • German Submarine U-585 Sinking The German submarine U-585 was lost at sea during World War II, contributing to the significant naval attrition experienced by the German Kriegsmarine during the conflict.

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What day of the week was March 29, 1942?


March 29, 1942 was a Sunday and it was the 88th day of the year 1942 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 29, 1942 can also be written as 3/29/1942 in the US and as 29/3/1942 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on March 29, 1942?


Famous people born on March 29, 1942:

  • Scott Wilson
    Scott Wilson

    American actor known for roles in 'The Walking Dead' and numerous film and television appearances.

  • Daniel Dennett

    Prominent American philosopher specializing in cognitive science and philosophy of mind.

  • Mike Newell

    British film and television director known for movies like 'Four Weddings and a Funeral', 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire', and 'Donnie...

  • Julie Goodyear

    English actress best known for her role as Bet Lynch in the long-running soap opera 'Coronation Street'.

  • Neil Kinnock

    British Labour Party politician who served as Leader of the Opposition from 1983 to 1992.

  • Larry Pressler

    American politician and Rhodes Scholar who served as a Republican Senator from South Dakota.

  • Scott Wilson (actor)

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March 29, 1942: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 29th is Aries.

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March 29, 1942: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 29, 1942 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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March 29, 1942: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 29, 1942 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 29, 1942 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 March 29, 1942 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 04:21 pm and setting at 05:43 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 03, 1942 while the next full moon would come on Apr 01, 1942.

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How old is someone born on March 29, 1942?


Someone born on March 29, 1942 is:

83 years and 28 days old,

or 996 months and 28 days old,

or 4334 weeks and 6 days old,

or 30344 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 29, 1942?

There are 337 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 29th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 29, 1942?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on March 29, 1942.

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