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Major Events of April 1935: Key Historical Moments from the Month

Each month is marked by defining moments that shape the course of history. Whether through political shifts, cultural movements, or world-changing events, these periods leave a lasting impression. Dive into the most important events from April 1935 and discover how they influenced the world both then and now.

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Major Events of April 1935: Key Historical Moments from the Month

  • 01 Apr 1935 Reserve Bank of India Established: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the country's central banking institution, was officially formed on this date, marking a significant milestone in India's financial infrastructure and monetary policy development.
  • 02 Apr 1935 Sir Robert Watson-Watt Patents RADAR Technology: Scottish physicist Sir Robert Watson-Watt successfully patents the Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR) technology, a groundbreaking invention that would revolutionize military detection, communication, and navigation systems. This patent marks a critical milestone in 20th-century technological development, with profound implications for World War II and future scientific research.
  • 03 Apr 1935 Austria Violates Treaty of Saint-Germain: In a provocative move signaling rising tensions in pre-World War II Europe, Austria officially announced its intention to increase its military forces beyond the limits prescribed by the Treaty of Saint-Germain. This unilateral action was a clear violation of the post-World War I peace agreement and an early indicator of the growing militaristic ambitions in Central Europe.
  • 04 Apr 1935 Black Sunday Dust Storm: A severe dust storm occurred in the United States as part of the devastating Dust Bowl period. This environmental catastrophe dramatically impacted agricultural regions, causing significant ecological and economic disruption during the Great Depression era.
  • 05 Apr 1935 US-UK Air Navigation Agreement: The United States and the United Kingdom signed a bilateral arrangement concerning air navigation, formalized through an exchange of diplomatic notes on March 28 and April 5, 1935. This agreement represented an early international effort to standardize and regulate transnational aviation protocols during the emerging era of commercial and military aviation.
  • 06 Apr 1935 H Levitt sinks 499 basketball free throws, misses and sinks 371 more.
  • 07 Apr 1935 Nazi Electoral Gains in Free City of Danzig: On April 7, 1935, parliamentary elections were held in the Free City of Danzig (now Gdańsk, Poland). The Nazi Party secured 59% of the vote, falling short of the two-thirds majority required to establish a complete dictatorship. The election was marked by political tension and violence, with a German Nazi and a Polish citizen being shot during an outbreak of unrest in Brentau, highlighting the volatile political climate of pre-World War II Europe.
  • 08 Apr 1935 Works Progress Administration Approved: The United States Congress approved the Works Progress Administration (WPA), a pivotal New Deal program designed to provide employment and economic relief during the Great Depression. This landmark legislation aimed to create jobs for millions of unemployed Americans through public works projects.
  • 09 Apr 1935 Tributes to Erich Ludendorff: Germany held widespread commemorative events honoring World War I military strategist Erich Ludendorff on his 70th birthday, reflecting the complex legacy of a prominent military figure from the Weimar era.
  • 10 Apr 1935 Birth of Peter Hollingworth, Australian Governor General: Peter Hollingworth was born on April 10, 1935, in Australia. He would later become the 23rd Governor-General of Australia, serving in a significant leadership role that represents the British monarch in the Australian governmental system. As an Anglican bishop, Hollingworth brought a unique background of religious and public service to his prominent national position.
  • 11 Apr 1935 Stresa Front Conference: A critical diplomatic meeting between British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald, Italian Prime Minister Benito Mussolini, and French Foreign Minister Pierre Laval convened to address and condemn Germany's aggressive violations of the Treaty of Versailles. This conference represented a significant moment of European diplomatic tension in the lead-up to World War II, highlighting growing concerns about Nazi Germany's expansionist policies.
  • 12 Apr 1935 Black Sunday Dust Storm: A catastrophic dust storm swept across the United States as part of the devastating Dust Bowl period, causing immense environmental and economic hardship for farmers and communities in the Great Plains region.
  • 13 Apr 1935 Dorothy Hodgkin's X-ray Crystallography Research: Pioneering scientist Dorothy Hodgkin published her first solo research paper detailing methodological innovations in X-ray crystallography of insulin, contributing to significant advancements in molecular biology and medical research.
  • 14 Apr 1935 Works Progress Administration Established: The Works Progress Administration (WPA) is established in the United States as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal, a critical economic recovery program during the Great Depression aimed at providing employment and economic stimulus.
  • 15 Apr 1935 Black Sunday Dust Storm: A catastrophic dust storm swept across the American Great Plains, becoming known as 'Black Sunday'. This massive environmental event was part of the larger Dust Bowl phenomenon, which devastated agricultural regions and caused significant ecological and economic disruption during the 1930s.
  • 16 Apr 1935 League of Nations Condemns Germany: The League of Nations adopted a significant three-power resolution condemning Germany's actions, with only Denmark abstaining. This diplomatic move reflected the rising tensions in Europe during the mid-1930s, preceding the events of World War II.
  • 17 Apr 1935 League of Nations Condemns Germany: The League of Nations adopted a significant three-power resolution condemning Germany's actions, with only Denmark abstaining from the vote. This diplomatic move highlighted growing international tensions in the lead-up to World War II.
  • 18 Apr 1935 International Women's Suffrage Congress in Istanbul: The 12th Congress of the International Alliance of Women for Suffrage and Equal Citizenship convened in Istanbul, Turkey, highlighting the global movement for women's rights and political representation during the interwar period.
  • 19 Apr 1935 Nazi Regime Criminalizes Pacifism: The Nazi regime in Germany officially announced a chilling policy of imposing the death penalty for pacifism during times of war or national emergency, further demonstrating the regime's brutal suppression of dissent and individual moral opposition to military conflict.
  • 20 Apr 1935 Hitler Receives Military Gift on Birthday: On his 46th birthday, Adolf Hitler was presented with approximately 60 new war planes, signaling the continued military buildup of Nazi Germany in the mid-1930s.
  • 21 Apr 1935 Bulgaria Bans Political Parties: King Boris III of Bulgaria issued a decree prohibiting all political parties, effectively establishing an authoritarian regime and suppressing political opposition.
  • 22 Apr 1935 Bride of Frankenstein Premiere: The iconic horror film *Bride of Frankenstein*, starring Boris Karloff and Elsa Lanchester, premiered in Los Angeles. This landmark film would become a classic in the horror genre, building upon the success of the original Frankenstein movie.
  • 23 Apr 1935 Polish Constitution of 1935 Adopted: The Polish Sejm passed the April Constitution, which significantly transformed the country's political system by introducing a presidential system with strong authoritarian elements. This constitutional change centralized power, giving the president expanded executive authority and reducing the role of parliament.
  • 24 Apr 1935 Legendary Moscow Embassy Spring Ball: William Christian Bullitt, Jr., the US ambassador to the Soviet Union, hosted an extraordinary diplomatic event known as the Spring Ball of the Full Moon. This lavish party was renowned for its unprecedented scale and sophistication, setting a new standard for diplomatic social gatherings in Moscow during the mid-1930s. The event was notable not just for its opulence, but also for its potential diplomatic significance during a complex period of US-Soviet relations.
  • 25 Apr 1935 Nazi Press Control Decree: On April 25, 1935, Reich Press Leader Max Amann signed a critical decree that completed the Nazi regime's total control over all press in Germany, further consolidating the government's propaganda machinery and suppressing independent journalism.
  • 26 Apr 1935 First Television Station in France Launched: Radio-PTT Vision, which would later become the renowned TF1 network, was established as France's inaugural television station, marking a significant milestone in the country's media and broadcasting history.
  • 27 Apr 1935 Germany Violates Versailles Treaty with Submarine Program: Germany officially confirmed its submarine construction program, which represented a direct violation of the Treaty of Versailles. This action signaled growing German military ambitions and increasing tensions in pre-World War II Europe.
  • 28 Apr 1935 Roosevelt's Fireside Chat on Works Relief Program: President Franklin D. Roosevelt delivered a fireside chat discussing the Works Relief Program, a key component of the New Deal aimed at providing employment during the Great Depression. Additionally, Alfred I. du Pont, a prominent American industrialist and philanthropist, passed away at the age of 70.
  • 29 Apr 1935 Invention of Cat's Eyes Road Markers: British inventor Percy Shaw introduced retroreflective road markers, popularly known as 'cat's eyes', which dramatically improved road safety by providing clear visibility for drivers at night and in poor weather conditions. These innovative markers reflect vehicle headlights, creating a guiding line that helps prevent accidents.
  • 30 Apr 1935 Roosevelt's Resettlement Administration Established: President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Resettlement Administration as part of the New Deal, a critical program designed to provide government funds and support for relocating struggling farmers to more productive agricultural lands during the Great Depression era.