What happened on Sunday October 26, 1941?

Here's what happened on October 26, 1941:

• Leadership Change in Leningrad Defense Mikhail Khozin assumed command of the defense of Leningrad, replacing Ivan Fedyuninsky, who was transferred to lead the Soviet 54th Army at Tikhvin. This leadership transition occurred during the critical period of the Siege of Leningrad in World War II.
• Meeting of Yugoslav Resistance Leaders The second meeting between Yugoslav resistance leaders Josip Broz Tito and Draza Mihailovic took place, highlighting the complex political dynamics of resistance movements during World War II in Yugoslavia.
• Death of Arkady Gaidar, Russian Children's Writer Arkady Gaidar, a renowned Russian children's writer, was killed in combat during World War II. Known for his inspiring stories for young readers, Gaidar demonstrated extraordinary patriotism by joining the military during the war, ultimately sacrificing his life for his country.
• US Savings Bonds Public Sale The United States government began selling savings bonds to the public, a strategic financial move to support war efforts and provide citizens with a way to invest in the national economy during World War II.
• US Savings Bonds Launch DUPE

Events in 1941

October 26, 1941: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 26, 1941

Newspapers from Oct. 26, 1941

October 26, 1941: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Chicago Cardinals - Philadelphia Eagles : 14 - 21
• Cleveland Rams - Washington Redskins : 13 - 17
• Green Bay Packers - Detroit Lions : 24 - 7
• New York Giants - Brooklyn Dodgers : 13 - 16
• Pittsburgh Steelers - Chicago Bears : 7 - 34

October 26, 1941 was a Sunday and it was the 299th day of the year 1941 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 26, 1941 can also be written as 10/26/1941 in the US and as 26/10/1941 in UK and Europe.

October 26, 1941 in October 1941 calendar

Famous people born on October 26, 1941:

• Anne Tyler

  Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist known for her insightful and compassionate portrayals of family life in contemporary America.

• Steven Kellogg

  Renowned American children's book illustrator and author known for his imaginative storytelling and whimsical illustrations.

• Helen Reddy

  Australian singer, actress, and feminist icon best known for her hit song 'I Am Woman'.

• Harald Nielsen

  Danish soccer player who won a silver medal at the 1960 Olympics, representing Denmark's national team.

• Bob De Groot

Famous people born in 1941

Famous people born on October 26th

Famous people died on October 26, 1941:

• Masha Bruskina
• Victor Schertzinger
• Jorge del Moral

Famous people who died in 1941

Famous people who died on October 26th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 26th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 26, 1941: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 26, 1941 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 26, 1941 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 26, 1941 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 October 26, 1941 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 12:29 pm and setting at 10:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 05, 1941 while the next full moon would come on Nov 04, 1941.

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Your place in the Universe on October 26, 1941

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Someone born on October 26, 1941 is:

83 years 6 months old,

or 1002 months and 10 days old,

or 4358 weeks and 2 days old,

or 30508 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 26, 1941?

There are 173 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday October 26th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 26, 1941?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on October 26, 1941.

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