Born in December 1939 - Zodiac Signs, Personality and Horoscopes

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December 1939 Tropical Ephemeris

What happened in December 1939

• December 1, 1939: The Soviet Union creates Finnish Democratic Republic puppet state in Terijoki, signaling its intent to annex Finland.
• December 4, 1939: British battleship HMS Nelson hits a mine laid by U-31, leading to repairs until August 1940, weakening British naval strength.
• December 9, 1939: The first British soldier, Corporal Thomas Priday, is killed in World War II after triggering a French land mine, marking the start of British casualties.
• December 12, 1939: HMS Duchess sinks after colliding with HMS Barham, resulting in the loss of 124 lives, highlighting the dangers of naval operations during wartime.
• December 13, 1939: In the Battle of the River Plate, German cruiser Admiral Graf Spee is trapped by British cruisers, leading to its scuttling by the crew, demonstrating the effectiveness of British naval strategy.
• December 14, 1939: The League of Nations expels the USSR for its aggression against Finland, reflecting international condemnation of Soviet expansionism.
• December 15, 1939: Gone with the Wind, an epic historical romance film, premieres, becoming the highest-grossing film up to that time, showcasing the enduring popularity of classic cinema.
• December 18, 1939: RAF Bomber Command's daylight mission to attack German ships is repelled by fighter aircraft, highlighting the challenges of air combat during World War II.
• December 26, 1939: Miners in Borinage, Belgium, go on strike, reflecting the social and economic tensions of the time.
• December 27, 1939: A devastating earthquake strikes eastern Turkey, causing significant damage and loss of life, underscoring the region's vulnerability to natural disasters.