What happened on Wednesday November 29, 1933?

About November 29th, 1933, in brief:

  • Historical events: Henri Charrière, André Maturette, and Joanes Clousiot execute a daring escape from the notorious French penal colony on Devil's Island in French Guiana. This dramatic breakout would later inspire the famous book and film 'Papillon', highlighting the brutal conditions of colonial-era prison systems.
  • Day of the week: November 29th, 1933 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • Popular movie: Lady Killer directed by Roy Del Ruth

More about November 29th, 1933? See below for more news and curiosities on November 29th, 1933.

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November 29, 1933: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on November 29, 1933:

  • Legendary Escape from Devil's Island Henri Charrière, André Maturette, and Joanes Clousiot execute a daring escape from the notorious French penal colony on Devil's Island in French Guiana. This dramatic breakout would later inspire the famous book and film 'Papillon', highlighting the brutal conditions of colonial-era prison systems.
  • Japan's Communist Persecution Begins The Japanese government initiates a systematic crackdown on communist sympathizers and political dissidents, marking a significant moment in the country's pre-World War II political repression. This action reflects the rising nationalist and militaristic sentiments in Japan during the 1930s.
  • Pennsylvania Authorizes State Liquor Stores Pennsylvania becomes one of the first states to officially authorize state-controlled liquor stores, a direct result of the end of Prohibition. This move represents a significant shift in alcohol distribution and government control over the sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • John Mayall: Blues Musician Emerges John Mayall, a pioneering blues singer and musician known for influential albums like 'Crusade' and 'Looking Back', begins his notable musical journey. Mayall would later become a key figure in the British blues movement, mentoring numerous renowned musicians.

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November 29, 1933: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was November 29, 1933?


November 29, 1933 was a Wednesday and it was the 333rd day of the year 1933 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 29, 1933 can also be written as 11/29/1933 in the US and as 29/11/1933 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on November 29, 1933?


Famous people born on November 29, 1933:

  • John Mayall

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  • James Rosenquist

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  • Francisco Cuoco

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November 29, 1933: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on November 29, 1933:

  • Nicolò d'Alfonso

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November 29, 1933: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 29th is Sagittarius.

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November 29, 1933: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 29, 1933 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.

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November 29, 1933: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on November 29, 1933 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 29, 1933 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 November 29, 1933 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 02:41 pm and setting at 05:47 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 02, 1933 while the next full moon would come on Dec 02, 1933.

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How old is someone born on November 29, 1933?


Someone born on November 29, 1933 is:

91 years 5 months old,

or 1097 months and 15 days old,

or 4772 weeks

or 33404 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 29, 1933?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on November 29, 1933.

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