What Happened on May 19, 1941

Historical Events

  • Germany occupiers in Holland forbid bicycle taxis
  • New Nazi battleship Bismarck leaves Gdynia, Poland

Famous Birthdays

  • Jane Brody, writer/nutritionist
  • Jimmy Hoffa Jr, son of union leader Jimmy Hoffa
  • Marc-Antonio Consoli, Italian-American organist, composer (Odefonia), and educator, born in Catania, Italy

Nora Ephron (1941-2012)

American novelist (Heartburn), screenwriter (Silkwood; When Harry Met Sally), and director (Sleepless In Seattle), born in New York City


About May 19, 1941

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 11 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus