What happened this day in history February 1, 1942

What are the important events that happened on February 1, 1942? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.

February 1, 1942: Facts & Myths About This Day

February 1, 1942 is the 32nd day of the year 1942 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 333 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Sunday.

Under the Julian calendar, this day is January 19, 1942 – a Sunday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?

Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘triacontadigon’ day.

If a person born on this day saved a Quarter every day starting at age 4, then by now that person has accumulated $7,136.25. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)

Aquarius is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Amethyst is the modern birthstone for this month. Bloodstone is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.

Snake is the mythical animal and Metal is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.

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February 1, 1942 Historical Events

  • 1942
    Voice of America, the official external radio and television service of the United States federal government, begins broadcasting with programs aimed at areas controlled by the Axis powers.
  • 1942
    World War II: Josef Terboven, Reichskommissar of German-occupied Norway, appoints Vidkun Quisling the Minister President of the National Government.
  • 1942
    World War II: U.S. Navy conducts Marshalls-Gilberts raids, the first offensive action by the United States against Japanese forces in the Pacific Theater.

Who were born on February 1, 1942?

  • 1942
    Muna Wassef, Syrian/Arab actress and United Nations Goodwill ambassador.
  • 1942
    Terry Jones, Welsh actor and writer

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