What happened on Monday July 31, 1939?

Here's what happened on July 31, 1939:

• Britain and France Initiate Military Negotiations with Soviet Union In a significant diplomatic move, Britain and France announced the commencement of high-level military talks in Moscow, aimed at negotiating a potential strategic alliance with the Soviet Union. These negotiations were taking place against the backdrop of rising tensions in Europe and the growing threat of Nazi Germany's expansionist policies.
• Dudley Pound Appointed as Britain's Admiral of the Fleet Dudley Pound was elevated to the prestigious position of Admiral of the Fleet, a significant military appointment that would prove crucial in Britain's naval strategy during the impending World War II. As a senior naval commander, Pound would play a critical role in maritime operations and strategic naval planning.
• Notable Births on July 31, 1939 Several notable individuals were born on this day: Susan Flannery, who would become a renowned soap opera actress from Jersey City, New Jersey; France Nuyen, a talented actress from Marseille, France; and Ignacio Zoco, a footballer from Garde, Spain.

Events in 1939

July 31, 1939: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 31, 1939

Newspapers from Jul. 31, 1939

July 31, 1939 was a Monday and it was the 212th day of the year 1939 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 31, 1939 can also be written as 7/31/1939 in the US and as 31/7/1939 in UK and Europe.

July 31, 1939 in July 1939 calendar

Famous people born on July 31, 1939:

• France Nuyen

  French-Chinese actress who rose to international fame through her Broadway and Hollywood roles, particularly in 'The World of Suzie Wong'...

• Peter Bogdanovich

  Renowned American film director, screenwriter, and film historian known for classic films like 'The Last Picture Show' and 'Paper Moon'.

• John West

  Guitarist and founding member of Gary Lewis and the Playboys, a popular 1960s pop rock band that achieved seven consecutive top-ten U.S.

• Susan Flannery

  Acclaimed American actress and director best known for her long-running role as Stephanie Forrester in the popular soap opera 'The Bold and...

• Eleanor Smeal

  Prominent American feminist activist and president of the National Organization for Women (NOW), known for her advocacy of women's rights...

• Eugene Ferguson

  American radio newscaster who struggled with narcolepsy from age 12, requiring medical treatment with dexedrine.

Famous people born in 1939

Famous people born on July 31st

Famous people died on July 31, 1939:

• Hedwiga Rosenbaumová

Famous people who died in 1939

Famous people who died on July 31st

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 31st is Leo.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 31, 1939: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 31, 1939 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 31, 1939 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 31, 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 July 31, 1939 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 08:08 pm and setting at 07:13 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 01, 1939 while the next full moon would come on Aug 29, 1939.

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Your place in the Universe on July 31, 1939

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Someone born on July 31, 1939 is:

85 years 9 months old,

or 1029 months and 14 days old,

or 4476 weeks and 2 days old,

or 31334 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 31, 1939?

There are 78 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 31, 1939?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on July 31, 1939.

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