What happened on Tuesday September 29, 1942?

Here's what happened on September 29, 1942:

• Launch of Booker T. Washington Liberty Ship The Liberty ship Booker T. Washington was launched in Wilmington, Delaware, marking a significant milestone in maritime and civil rights history. It was the first US merchant ship named after an African-American and notably was commanded by Hugh Mulzac, the first Black captain, with an integrated crew.
• RAF Eagle Squadrons Converted to US 4th Fighter Group American volunteer pilots serving in the Royal Air Force's Eagle Squadrons were officially converted into the US 4th Fighter Group of the Eighth Air Force. Initially flying Spitfires, the group would soon transition to P-47 and later P-51 fighter aircraft, marking a significant organizational shift in Allied air power during World War II.
• De Gaulle Government Cancels Munich Agreement The government of Charles de Gaulle officially cancelled the Munich Agreement, a diplomatic move signaling a definitive break from the previous appeasement policy and reaffirming France's resistance against Nazi Germany during World War II.
• Japanese Submarine Bombing Attempt in Oregon A seaplane from the Japanese submarine I-25 conducted an incendiary bombing raid near Port Orford, Oregon, in an unsuccessful attempt to ignite forest fires. This was the second and final bombing of the US mainland during World War II, representing a rare direct attack on continental American territory.
• Bill Nelson Birth Bill Nelson, who would later become a U.S. Senator from Florida, was born on this date.

Events in 1942

September 29, 1942: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 29, 1942

Newspapers from Sep. 29, 1942

September 29, 1942 was a Tuesday and it was the 272nd day of the year 1942 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 29, 1942 can also be written as 9/29/1942 in the US and as 29/9/1942 in UK and Europe.

September 29, 1942 in September 1942 calendar

Famous people born on September 29, 1942:

• Madeline Kahn

  Iconic American comedic actress renowned for her unique comedic style in classic films like 'Blazing Saddles' and 'Young Frankenstein'.

• Ian McShane

  Versatile British actor famous for his role in the TV series 'Lovejoy' and numerous film appearances.

• Yves Rénier

  French television and film director, screenwriter, and actor known primarily for his popular TV series 'Commissaire Moulin'.

• Felice Gimondi

  Legendary Italian professional cyclist known as 'The Phoenix' for his remarkable achievements.

• Jean-Luc Ponty

  Renowned French-American jazz violinist and composer who bridged classical and contemporary music.

• Bill Nelson

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• Janet Powell

  Australian educator and politician (d. 2013).

• San Miguel de Allende (Mexico)
• Donna Leon
• Steve Tesich

Famous people born in 1942

Famous people born on September 29th

Famous people died on September 29, 1942:

• Vilmos Aba Novák

Famous people who died in 1942

Famous people who died on September 29th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 29th is Libra.

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

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

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

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 29, 1942 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 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 September 29, 1942 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 66% full, rising at 09:23 pm and setting at 12:33 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 24, 1942 while the next full moon would come on Oct 24, 1942.

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Your place in the Universe on September 29, 1942

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Someone born on September 29, 1942 is:

82 years 7 months old,

or 991 months and 15 days old,

or 4311 weeks and 1 day old,

or 30178 days old,

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

There are 138 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday September 29th 2025.

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

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

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