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What happened on Friday January 16, 1942?

About January 16th, 1942, in brief:

  • Historical events: On January 16, 1942, the Nazi regime began the deportation of Jews from the Łódź ghetto to extermination camps. This marked a tragic escalation in the Holocaust, as many were sent to their deaths during this period.
  • Day of the week: January 16th, 1942 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: New Moon
  • Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle

More about January 16th, 1942? See below for more news and curiosities on January 16th, 1942.

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January 16, 1942: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 16, 1942:

  • Holocaust: Nazi deportation of Jews from Łódź ghetto On January 16, 1942, the Nazi regime began the deportation of Jews from the Łódź ghetto to extermination camps. This marked a tragic escalation in the Holocaust, as many were sent to their deaths during this period. source: britannica.com
  • Churchill's historic transatlantic flight On January 16, 1942, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill undertook a significant transatlantic flight to meet with President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This meeting was crucial for discussing strategies and cooperation between the United States and the United Kingdom during World War II. source: britannica.com
  • War Production Board established The War Production Board (WPB) was established on January 16, 1942, in the United States to oversee the production of war materials during World War II. The WPB played a crucial role in mobilizing the economy for war efforts. source: archives.gov
  • TWA Flight 3 Crash TWA Flight 3 crashed near Las Vegas, Nevada, resulting in the tragic death of all 22 passengers, including Hollywood actress Carole Lombard, who was returning from a war bond promotion tour.
  • William Knudsen Becomes First Civilian Army General William Knudsen made history by becoming the first civilian to be appointed as a General in the United States Army, reflecting the nation's mobilization during World War II.
  • Battle of Muar in Malaya During World War II, the Japanese 5th Infantry Division successfully crossed the Muar River and captured the town of Muar in Malaya, advancing their Pacific campaign.
  • German Army Command Change Georg Lindemann replaced Georg von Küchler as commander of the German 18th Army, signaling a strategic leadership transition during World War II.
  • Birth of René Angélil René Angélil, a prominent record producer, talent manager, and future husband of singer Celine Dion, was born in Montreal, Canada.

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January 16, 1942: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was January 16, 1942?


January 16, 1942 was a Friday and it was the 16th day of the year 1942 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 16, 1942 can also be written as 1/16/1942 in the US and as 16/1/1942 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on January 16, 1942?


Famous people born on January 16, 1942:

  • Richard Bohringer
    Richard Bohringer

    Richard Bohringer is a French actor, singer, author, film director, screenwriter, and musician best known for his roles in French cinema, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s. He gained critical acclaim and recognition for his performances in films such as 'The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover' and 'Diva'. [bio]

  • René Angélil
    René Angélil

    Legendary Canadian music manager who guided the career of Céline Dion, whom he later married.

  • Nicole Fontaine
    Nicole Fontaine

    Prominent French politician who served as President of the European Parliament from 1999 to 2001.

  • Barbara Lynn
    Barbara Lynn

    Pioneering American country-western singer and guitarist from Texas who began writing songs as a teenager.

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January 16, 1942: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 16, 1942:

  • Carole Lombard
    Carole Lombard

    Carole Lombard was a renowned American actress best known for her roles in screwball comedies during the 1930s. Her charismatic screen presence, comic timing, and beauty made her one of Hollywood's most beloved leading ladies of her era. [bio]

  • Ernst Scheller
    Ernst Scheller

    German lawyer and politician, mayor of marburg (b. 1899).

  • Prince Arthur
    Prince Arthur

    Duke of connaught and strathearn (b. 1850).

  • Villem Grünthal-Ridala
    Villem Grünthal-Ridala

    Estonian poet and linguist (b. 1885).

  • duca di Connaught e Strathearn Arturo
    duca di Connaught e Strathearn Arturo
  • Vittorio Celotti
    Vittorio Celotti

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January 16, 1942: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 16th is Capricorn.

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January 16, 1942: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 16, 1942 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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January 16, 1942: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 16, 1942 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 16, 1942 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 January 16, 1942 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 06:44 am and setting at 06:09 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 02, 1942 while the next full moon would come on Feb 01, 1942.

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How old is someone born on January 16, 1942?


Someone born on January 16, 1942 is:

84 years 4 months old,

or 1012 months and 9 days old,

or 4401 weeks and 3 days old,

or 30810 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 16, 1942?

There are 236 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday January 16th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 16, 1942?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on January 16, 1942.

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