Historical Events
Event of Interest
Pulitzer prize awarded to John Steinbeck for "The Grapes of Wrath"
Famous Birthdays
- Henry Habibe, Arubian poet (Kerensentenchi), born in Aruba
- Murry Sidlin, American conductor (National Symphony, 1973-77; Long Beach Symphony, 1980-88), arranger (Defiant Requiem), and educator, born in Baltimore, Maryland
1940 Highlights
About May 6, 1940
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 10 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
