What happened on Wednesday September 30, 1942?

About September 30th, 1942, in brief:

  • Historical events: In a horrific act of Nazi persecution, SS units systematically murdered 3,500 Jewish residents in the Zelov district of Lodz, Poland, over a six-week period ending September 30, 1942. This event represents one of many tragic genocidal actions during the Holocaust, highlighting the systematic extermination of Jewish populations by Nazi forces.
  • Day of the week: September 30th, 1942 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: Black Swan directed by Darren Aronofsky

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September 30, 1942: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 30, 1942:

  • Holocaust Atrocity in Zelov Lodz In a horrific act of Nazi persecution, SS units systematically murdered 3,500 Jewish residents in the Zelov district of Lodz, Poland, over a six-week period ending September 30, 1942. This event represents one of many tragic genocidal actions during the Holocaust, highlighting the systematic extermination of Jewish populations by Nazi forces.
  • World War II Naval Losses: German U-Boat Destruction During September 1942, Allied naval forces successfully sank 98 German U-boats, representing a significant maritime loss of approximately 485,000 tons of submarine tonnage. This substantial destruction marked a critical turning point in the Battle of the Atlantic, demonstrating the increasing effectiveness of Allied anti-submarine warfare strategies.

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September 30, 1942: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was September 30, 1942?


September 30, 1942 was a Wednesday and it was the 273rd day of the year 1942 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 30, 1942 can also be written as 9/30/1942 in the US and as 30/9/1942 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on September 30, 1942?


Famous people born on September 30, 1942:

  • Frankie Lymon

    Legendary early rock and roll singer known for his exceptional boy soprano voice with the group Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers.

  • Ian McShane

    Acclaimed British actor known for roles in TV series like Deadwood and various film appearances.

  • Madeline Kahn

    Beloved American actress and comedian known for her comedic roles in films and her distinctive humor.

  • Donna Leon

    Renowned American author famous for her detective novels set in Venice, Italy.

  • Gus Dudgeon

    Influential British music producer who worked with notable artists like David Bowie and Joan Armatrading.

  • Altan (cartoonist)

    Turkish cartoonist renowned for his satirical and politically charged cartoon works.

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  • Bethann Hardison

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September 30, 1942: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 30, 1942:

  • Hans-Joachim Marseille

    Legendary Luftwaffe fighter pilot during World War II, known as the 'Star of Africa' for his exceptional aerial combat skills in North...

  • Jacques-Émile Blanche

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September 30, 1942: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 30th is Libra.

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September 30, 1942: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 30, 1942 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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September 30, 1942: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 30, 1942 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 30, 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 30, 1942 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 56% full, rising at 10:01 pm and setting at 01:25 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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How old is someone born on September 30, 1942?


Someone born on September 30, 1942 is:

82 years 7 months old,

or 991 months and 14 days old,

or 4311 weeks

or 30177 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 30, 1942?

There are 139 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday September 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 30, 1942?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on September 30, 1942.

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