Famous Birthdays
- Phillip Rhodes, American composer, born in Forest City, North Carolina
- Willie-John McBride, Irish rugby union lock (63 Tests Ireland, 17 British Lions; Ballymena RFC) and coach (1983 Lions tour to NZ), born in Toomebridge, Northern Ireland
Famous Deaths
- E. E. Clive, Welsh actor (Night Must Fall, Dark Hour), dies at 56
1940 Highlights
About June 6, 1940
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 9 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini