What happened on Wednesday August 30, 1939?

Here's what happened on August 30, 1939:

• Nazi Germany Initiates Invasion of Poland Adolf Hitler orders German armed forces to launch a strategic military invasion of Poland, marking a critical moment that effectively triggers the start of World War II in Europe.
• Poland Mobilizes Military Forces In response to growing German aggression, Poland initiates a comprehensive military mobilization to prepare for potential conflict with Nazi Germany.
• Japanese Naval Leadership Appointment Isoroku Yamamoto is named Supreme Commander of the Japanese fleet, a significant naval leadership role that would later play a crucial part in World War II's Pacific theater.
• Dutch Army Leadership Change General Reijnders is appointed as the Supreme Commander of the Dutch army, a strategic military leadership appointment during a tense period in European geopolitics.
• NFL Chicago All-Star Game The 6th NFL Chicago All-Star Game takes place, with the New York Giants defeating the All-Stars 9-0 in front of 81,456 spectators.
• Baseball Pitching Speed Record New York Yankees' pitcher Atley Donald sets a baseball pitching speed record at 94.7 mph (152 kph), showcasing the evolving athletic capabilities of the era.

Events in 1939

August 30, 1939: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 30, 1939

Newspapers from Aug. 30, 1939

August 30, 1939 was a Wednesday and it was the 242nd day of the year 1939 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 30, 1939 can also be written as 8/30/1939 in the US and as 30/8/1939 in UK and Europe.

August 30, 1939 in August 1939 calendar

Famous people born on August 30, 1939:

• Elizabeth Ashley

  Acclaimed American actress known for her intense stage performances, Tony Award winner, and notable film roles in 'Barefoot in the Park' and...

• William Friedkin

  Iconic American film director famous for directing classic films like 'The Exorcist' and 'The French Connection', winner of multiple Academy...

• Joel Schumacher

  Renowned American film and theater director known for directing numerous Hollywood films including 'St. Elmo's Fire', 'The Lost Boys', and...

• Michel Chevalet

  Prominent French television journalist specializing in science reporting, known for his informative science programs and documentaries.

• John Peel

  Legendary British radio DJ and producer who significantly influenced alternative and indie music broadcasting, remembered for his eclectic...

• François Maupu

  French Catholic clergyman who served as Bishop Emeritus of Verdun since 2014, contributing to the religious leadership in the region.

Famous people born in 1939

Famous people born on August 30th

Famous people died on August 30, 1939:

• Hans Kundt

Famous people who died in 1939

Famous people who died on August 30th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 30th 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 30, 1939: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 30, 1939 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 30, 1939 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 30, 1939 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 30, 1939 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 07:39 pm and setting at 07:56 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 29, 1939 while the next full moon would come on Sep 28, 1939.

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Your place in the Universe on August 30, 1939

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Someone born on August 30, 1939 is:

85 years 9 months old,

or 1029 months and 28 days old,

or 4478 weeks and 2 days old,

or 31348 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 30, 1939?

There are 64 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 30, 1939?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on August 30, 1939.

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