Historical Events
- -27] French/British assault on French fleet in Dakar, flees
Historic Event
Dutch artist Piet Mondrian leaves Europe for New York, where he lives for the rest of his life
Piet Mondrian
Historic Event
Dutch nazi collaborator Mussert's 1st meeting with Adolf Hitler
Adolf Hitler
Famous Birthdays
- Michel Temer [Michel Miguel Elias Temer Lulia], Brazilian lawyer and 37th President of Brazil (2016-18), born in Tietê, Brazil
- Mohammad Reza Shajarian, Iranian classical singer, born in Mashhad, Iran (d. 2020)
- Tim Rose, American singer-songwriter, born in Washington D. C. (d. 2002)
1940 Highlights
About September 23, 1940
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 81 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
