What happened on Tuesday May 29, 1945?

Here's what happened on May 29, 1945:

• US Marines Capture Shuri Castle in Okinawa The US 1st Marine Division successfully conquered Shuri Castle during the Battle of Okinawa, a critical and bloody campaign that marked a significant turning point in the Pacific War against Japan. The capture of this strategic location was a crucial moment in the Allied island-hopping strategy.
• French-Syrian Conflict Escalates Tensions between French colonial forces and Syrian nationalists erupted into open conflict. French troops bombed Damascus, causing significant damage, including the destruction of the Syrian parliament building. This event highlighted the ongoing struggle for independence in the post-World War II colonial landscape.
• First Combat Mission of B-32 Dominator Bomber The Consolidated B-32 Dominator, a heavy bomber developed during World War II, completed its first operational combat mission. This aircraft was designed as a backup to the more famous B-29 Superfortress and played a role in the final stages of the Pacific Theater.
• Filipino Guerrillas Liberate Cervantes Filipino guerrilla fighters successfully took control of Cervantes in Luzon, continuing their resistance against Japanese occupation and contributing to the liberation of the Philippines during the final stages of World War II.
• Birth of Gary Brooker Gary Brooker, renowned musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist and pianist of the progressive rock band Procol Harum, was born. He would later become famous for hits like 'A Whiter Shade of Pale'.

Events in 1945

May 29, 1945: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 29, 1945

Newspapers from May. 29, 1945

May 29, 1945 was a Tuesday and it was the 149th day of the year 1945 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 29, 1945 can also be written as 5/29/1945 in the US and as 29/5/1945 in UK and Europe.

May 29, 1945 in May 1945 calendar

Famous people born on May 29, 1945:

• John Fogerty

  Legendary rock musician, lead singer and songwriter of Creedence Clearwater Revival, known for iconic hits like 'Fortunate Son'.

• Patch Adams

  Humanitarian doctor, social activist, and author famous for his unconventional approach to healthcare and healing.

• Gary Brooker

  Lead singer and pianist of the legendary progressive rock band Procol Harum, known for their iconic hit 'A Whiter Shade of Pale'.

• Catherine Lara

  Renowned French musician known for her versatile talents as a composer, violinist, and singer who significantly contributed to contemporary...

• Peter Fraser

  Baron Fraser of Carmyllie, distinguished Scottish lawyer and politician who served as Solicitor General for Scotland.

• Joyce Tenneson

  Acclaimed American photographer known for her distinctive and evocative portrait work.

• Julian Le Grand

  English author and economist.

• Anthony Seeger

Famous people born in 1945

Famous people born on May 29th

Famous people died on May 29, 1945:

• Mihail Sebastian

Famous people who died in 1945

Famous people who died on May 29th

May 29, 1945: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 29, 1945 was You Belong To My Heart by Bing Crosby (Xavier Cugat Orchestra), according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

1. Bing Crosby (Xavier Cugat Orchestra) - You Belong To My Heart
2. Xavier Cugat & His Waldorf-Astoria Orchestra - Good, Good, Good (That's You-That's You)
3. Frank Sinatra - Dream (When You're Feeling Blue)
4. Johnnie Johnston - Laura

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 29th is Gemini.

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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 29, 1945: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 29, 1945 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 29, 1945 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 29, 1945 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 29, 1945 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 88% full, rising at 09:56 pm and setting at 08:19 am.

The previous full moon was on May 27, 1945 while the next full moon would come on Jun 25, 1945.

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Your place in the Universe on May 29, 1945

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Someone born on May 29, 1945 is:

79 years 11 months old,

or 959 months and 4 days old,

or 4170 weeks and 4 days old,

or 29194 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 29, 1945?

There are 26 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 29, 1945?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 29, 1945.

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