Historical Events
- German cruiser Blucher torpedoed and capsizes in Oslofjord, 1,000 die
- Nazi Germany invades Denmark and Norway, and Denmark surrenders after a six-hour battle
Famous Birthdays
- Jimmy Roberts, Canadian ice hockey defenceman (NHL All Star 1965, 69, 70; Stanley Cup 1965, 66, 73, 76, 77; Montreal Canadiens), born in Toronto (d. 2015)
- Vasily Dmitriyevich Shcheglov, Russian cosmonaut, born in Melovashka, Ukraine (d. 1973)
Famous Deaths
- Mrs Patrick Campbell, English actress (Outcast Lady, Riptide), dies
Died in 1940 1940 Highlights
About April 9, 1940
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 84 years and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries
