What happened on Saturday February 10, 1940?

Here's what happened on February 10, 1940:

• Soviet mass deportation of Polish citizens On February 10, 1940, the Soviet Union began a mass deportation of Polish citizens, targeting those deemed a threat to Soviet authority. This event was part of a broader campaign of repression against Polish nationals during World War II. source: britannica.com
• USSR-Germany trade treaty On February 10, 1940, the USSR and Germany signed a trade treaty, solidifying economic ties between the two nations during a time of political alliance. This treaty was part of the broader Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact framework. source: britannica.com
• Tom and Jerry debut The animated series 'Tom and Jerry' made its debut on February 10, 1940. Created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera, the series quickly became popular for its comedic portrayal of the rivalry between a cat and a mouse. source: britannica.com
• Glenn Miller's "In The Mood" Tops Charts The popular swing music hit "In The Mood" by Glenn Miller reaches number one on the music charts, becoming a defining song of the era.
• Jimmy Merchant Birth Jimmy Merchant, future rock vocalist of Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers, known for the hit song "Why Do Fools Fall In Love", is born.
• US Male Figure Skating Championship Eugene Turner wins the United States Male Figure Skating Championship, showcasing athletic excellence in winter sports.
• Peter Middleton's Career at Lloyd's Peter Middleton begins or advances his career as CEO of Lloyd's, the historic insurance and reinsurance market.

Events in 1940

February 10, 1940: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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February 10, 1940 was a Saturday and it was the 41st day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 10, 1940 can also be written as 2/10/1940 in the US and as 10/2/1940 in UK and Europe.

February 10, 1940 in February 1940 calendar

Famous people born on February 10, 1940:

• Mary Rand

  Mary Rand was a pioneering British athlete who became the first British woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the long jump at the 1964...

• Kenny Rankin

  Kenny Rankin was an accomplished American singer-songwriter known for his smooth vocal style and jazz-influenced pop music.

Famous people born in 1940

Famous people born on February 10th

Famous people died on February 10, 1940:

• Luigi Serra
• Ellen Gates Starr
• Alfredo Dentice di Frasso

Famous people who died in 1940

Famous people who died on February 10th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 10th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 10, 1940: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 10, 1940 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 10, 1940 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 10, 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 February 10, 1940 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 07:48 am and setting at 08:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1940 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1940.

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Your place in the Universe on February 10, 1940

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Someone born on February 10, 1940 is:

86 years 3 months old,

or 1035 months and 14 days old,

or 4502 weeks and 1 day old,

or 31515 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 10, 1940?

There are 262 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 10th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 10, 1940?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on February 10, 1940.

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