What happened this day in history January 10, 1940

What are the important events that happened on January 10, 1940? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.

January 10, 1940: Facts & Myths About This Day

January 10, 1940 is the 10th day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 356 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Wednesday.

Under the Julian calendar, this day is December 28, 1939 – a Wednesday. 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 ‘decagon’ day.

If a person born on this day saved a Quarter every day starting at age 4, then by now that person has accumulated $7,331.25. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)

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

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

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Who were born on January 10, 1940?

  • 1940
    Guy Chevrette, Quebec politician
  • 1940
    Harry Gant, American racing driver
  • 1940
    Ntare VI of Ankole, Omugabe of Nkole
  • 1940
    Walter Hill, American film director
  • 1940
    Yesudas, Indian playback singer and classical musician

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