Tuesday April 30, 1940: on this day

April 30, 1940 was the 121st day of the year 1940, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is April 30, 1940 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 30, 1940, who was born and died on April 30, 1940, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 30, 1940, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. I Was an Adventuress, directed by Gregory Ratoff), TV series (e.g. Nbc News (1940 Tv Series)) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 30th, 1940 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 30, 1940?


April 30, 1940 was a Tuesday and it was the 121st day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 30, 1940 can also be written as 4/30/1940 in the US and as 30/4/1940 in UK and Europe.

April 30, 1940 in April 1940 calendar

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April 30, 1940: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 30, 1940:

  • Brooklyn dodgers' tex carleton no-hits cincinnati reds, 3-0.

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April 30, 1940: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 30th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 30, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 30, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on April 30th, 1940 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 30, 1940: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 30, 1940 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 30, 1940 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 April 30, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 02:25 am and setting at 02:33 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 22, 1940 while the next full moon would come on May 21, 1940.

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Who was born on April 30, 1940?


Famous people born on April 30, 1940:

  • Burt Young
    Burt Young

    American actor and painter (d. 2023).

  • Mulani Begum

    Mulani Begum was a renowned Urdu poet who is known for her lyrical and introspective poems.

  • Lewis MacKenzie

    A major general in the canadian army forces, he is an officer.

  • Pegeen Sullivan

    Pegeen Sullivan was an American novelist known for her historical fiction set in the American South.

  • Guy Cloutier

    Guy cloutier is a canadian music producer and manager, best known for his work with popular french-canadian singers such as celine dion and...

  • Leela Naidu

    Indian model and actress who was crowned Miss India in 1954.

  • Gerhart Schöne

    German athlete who competed in the 1960 Summer Olympics.

  • Michael Cleary

    Australian rugby player and politician.

  • Jeroen Brouwers

    Dutch journalist, translator, and prophilic author.

  • Ülo Õun

    Estonian sculptor (b. 1940).

  • Burt Young in New York City

    New york, usa.

  • Ermindo Onega
  • Aldo Ruffinatto
  • Carlo Salmaso
  • Marutei Tsurunen

Whose famous birthday is on April 30th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 30th:

  • Cloris Leachman
    Cloris Leachman

    American actress.

  • Duke Ellington
    Duke Ellington

    Duke ellington was a renowned american musician and composer known for his influential jazz compositions and performances.

  • Travis Scott
    Travis Scott

    Travis scott is a renowned musician known for his unique blend of hip-hop and psychedelic music, as well as his high-energy live...

  • Gal Gadot
    Gal Gadot

    Gal gadot is an israeli actress best known for her role as wonder woman in the dc extended universe films.

  • Nicolas Hulot
    Nicolas Hulot

    French environmental activist, tv presenter, and ecologist.

  • Johnny Galecki
    Johnny Galecki

    Johnny galecki is an american actor best known for his role as leonard hofstadter in the tv show the big bang theory.

  • Sam Heughan
    Sam Heughan

    Sam heughan is a scottish tv actor best known for his role as jamie fraser in the tv series outlander.

  • Kirsten Dunst
    Kirsten Dunst

    Kirsten Dunst is a well-known actress who has appeared in various films and TV shows.

  • Dianna Agron
    Dianna Agron

    Dianna agron is an american actress best known for her role as quinn fabray on the television series glee.

  • Willie Nelson
    Willie Nelson

    American actor, singer, songwriter, and actor.

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April 30, 1940: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 83 years 11 months old,

or 1007 months and 20 days old,

or 4381 weeks and 3 days old,

or 30670 days old,

if you were born on April 30, 1940.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 30, 1940?

There are 11 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 30th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 30, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on April 30, 1940.

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April 30, 1940: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 30, 1940:

  • Rosina Galli

What famous deaths happened on April 30th?

Famous deaths on April 30th:

  • Inger Stevens
    Inger Stevens

    Swedish-american actress, best known for her role on the tv series "the farmer's daughter," where she looked healthy, happy, and warm.

  • Agnes Moorehead
    Agnes Moorehead

    American actress, best known for her role in 1960s american tv comedy "bewitched", in which she played the mother.

  • Gia Scala
    Gia Scala

    Actress (garment jungle i aim at the stars), dies in 38.

  • Rishi Kapoor
    Rishi Kapoor

    Indian actor, film director and producer (b. 1952).

  • Helen Chandler
    Helen Chandler

    Actress (dracula.

  • Nezar Qabbani

    Nezar Qabbani was a renowned Syrian poet, diplomat, and publisher who is considered one of the most influential Arab poets of the 20th...

  • Seith Bennett

    Bestselling author known for his captivating novels that captured the hearts of readers worldwide.

  • Amnen Nasr

    Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking work in quantum mechanics.

  • Carolle Dubois

    Carolle Dubois was a renowned French journalist who covered international news and conflicts for a major news agency.

  • Jimie Takahashi

    Jimie Takahashi was a respected journalist who dedicated her career to reporting on international affairs and human rights.

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April 30, 1940: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 30, 1940:

  • Sweden - Birthday of King Carl XVI Gustav, an official flag day.
  • Mexico - Children's Day.
  • The Netherlands - Queen's Day.
  • LaVeyan Satanism - Walpurgisnacht, or Walpurgis Night, as noted in The Satanic Bible.
  • Scandinavia - The arrival of spring, Walpurgis Night.
  • Roman Empire - third day of the Floralia in honor of Flora.
  • Blessed Hildegard
  • Blessed Radolf of Affligem
  • Blessed Rosemonde
  • Vietnam - Liberation Day.

Observances on April 30, 1940:

  • International Jazz Day

Saints celebrated on April 30, 1940:

  • Saint Pope Pius V
  • Saint Eutropius
  • Saint Maximus, 3rd century martyr
  • Saint Marianus and James, martyrs in Numidia in 259
  • Saint Joseph Benedict Cottolengo
  • Saint Suitbert the Younger (d. 807)

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April 30, 1940: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 30, 1940 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

I Was an Adventuress

I Was an Adventuress

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Gregory Ratoff

Starring: Vera Zorina, Richard Greene, Erich von Stroheim, Peter Lorre

Beyond Tomorrow

Beyond Tomorrow

Release year: 1940

Directed by: A. Edward Sutherland

Starring: Harry Carey, C. Aubrey Smith, Charles Winninger, Alex Melesh

Mad Youth

Mad Youth

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Melville Shyer

Starring: Mary Ainslee, Betty Compson, Willy Castello, Betty Atkinson

My Favorite Wife

My Favorite Wife

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Garson Kanin

Starring: Irene Dunne, Cary Grant, Randolph Scott, Gail Patrick

Country: United States of America

Saps at Sea

Saps at Sea

Release year: 1940

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, James Finlayson, Ben Turpin

April 30, 1940: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 30, 1940 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

NBC News (1940 TV Series)

NBC News (1940 TV Series)

Release year: 1940

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Who was the US President on April 30, 1940?

On April 30, 1940 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 30, 1940?

On April 30, 1940 the UK Prime Minister was Neville Chamberlain (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 30, 1940?

On April 30, 1940 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about April 30th?

April 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th day of the month of April. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on April 30th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 japanese imperial transition: emperor akihito abdicates his chrysanthemum trinity in favor of crown prince naruhito, his elder son. since emperor kokaku's 1817 death, he is the first emperor in more than two hundred years to abdicate.
  • 2018 - Journalists killed in afghanistan war (2001-present). ahmad shah, a bbc pashto reporter, is shot to death in khost, the eastern province.
  • 2017 - In a shooting incident at a san diego pool party, seven people are hurt and one is killed. police kill the suspect.

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What happened in 1940?

1940 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • WPG-AM in Atlantic City, New Jersey consolidates with WBIL andWOV as new WOV
  • FCC hears 1st transmission of FM radio with clear, static-free signal
  • Foreign correspondents in the Netherlands under censorship

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What was the calendar for April 1940?

April 1940 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how April 1940 calendar looked like.

Tuesday April 30, 1940