What are the important events that happened on June 10, 1940? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.
June 10, 1940: Facts & Myths About This Day
June 10, 1940 is the 162nd day of the year 1940 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 204 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Monday.
Under the Julian calendar, this day is May 28, 1940 – a Monday. 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 ‘hectahexacontadigon’ day.
If a person born on this day saved a Dime every day starting at age 5, then by now that person has accumulated $2,880.00. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)
Gemini is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Pearl is the modern birthstone for this month. Moonstone is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.
Dragon 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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June 10, 1940 Historical Events
- 1940 –World War II: Norway surrenders to German forces.
- 1940 –World War II: U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt denounces Italy’s actions with his “Stab in the Back” speech at the graduation ceremonies of the University of Virginia.
Who were born on June 10, 1940?
- 1940 –Augie Auer, U.S.-born New Zealand meteorologist and television presenter (d. 2007)
- 1940 –John Stevens, British drummer (d. 1994)
Who died on June 10, 1940?
- 1940 –Marcus Garvey, American civil rights activist (b. 1887)
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