Born on 24 August, 1940 (Saturday)

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Personality Traits for people born on August 24, 1940

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Some famous persons born on August 24, 1940

• Wolfgang Jäger, Political scientist, born in Niedereschach
• Francine Lalonde, Trade unionist, and Politician, born in Saint-Hyacinthe (died: January 17, 2014)
• Klaus Hopt, University teacher, Lawyer, and Judge, born in Tuttlingen
• Richard Biegenwald, Criminal, and Serial killer, born in Rockland County (died: March 10, 2008)
• Stefan Schlede, Politician, born in Berlin (died: March 10, 2024)
• Michel Combarnous, Professor emeritus of universities, and Academician, born in Algiers (died: May 10, 2018)
• Pierre Colboc, Architect, born in Algiers (died: November 3, 2017)
• Roger Andrieux, Film editor, Film producer, Film director, Cinematographer, and Screenwriter, born in Saint-Vincent-de-Connezac
• Colita, Visual artist, and Photographer, born in Sant Cugat del Vallès (died: December 31, 2023)
• Vyacheslav Kostikov, Journalist, and Diplomat, born in Moscow
• Colin Taylor, Association football player, born in United Kingdom (died: June 1, 2005)
• Doug Slade, Cricketer, born in Feckenham
• Frank J. Williams, Lawyer, and Judge, born in Richmond
• G. M. Premachandra, Politician, born in Kurunegala (died: October 24, 1994)
• Anthony N. Rodd, Botanist, born in Sydney
• Aurora Bernáldez, Diplomat, born in Madrid, Spanien
• Yaron London, Opinion journalist, Journalist, Television presenter, Musician, Songwriter, and Actor, born in Tel Aviv-Yafo
• Bor-ming Jahn, Geochemist, born in Miaoli City (died: December 1, 2016)
• Paul Bateson, Military personnel, born in Lansdale (died: September 15, 2012)
• Ronaldo Perim, Politician, born in Castelo (died: May 12, 2016)
• Bruno Schwarz, Singer, born in Zürich
• Lionel Deraniyagala, Actor, born in Galle (died: July 30, 1994)
• Manouchehr Fasihi, Competitive diver, born in Tehran
• Romano Piancastelli, Sport cyclist, born in Castel Bolognese
• Gaudenzio Tonoli, Sport cyclist, born in Opera
• Ebenezer Ato Ayirebi-Acquah, Politician, and Physician, born in Central Region
• Éva Farkas, Opera singer, born in Budapest
• Marie Kličková, Bookkeeper, and Programmer, born in Červený Kostelec (died: May 22, 2005)
• Владимир Иванович Каменев, Ice hockey player, born in Moscow
• Christon Archer, Historian, born in Victoria, Columbia Británica, Canadá (died: December 19, 2021)
• Sally Weaver, Anthropologist, born in Ontario (died: May 5, 1993)
• Leif Dræby Sørensen, Visual artist, and Author, born in Virklund
• Friedrich Schwarzenberg, Banker, born in Prague (died: April 13, 2014)
• Jim Holder, American football player, and Athletics competitor, born in Wichita Falls (died: September 25, 1966)
• Keith Savage, Rugby union player, born in Warwick
• Madsen Pirie, Philosopher, and Economist, born in Kingston upon Hull
• Patrick Briggs, Rugby union player, and Cricketer, born in Timperley
• Tony Secunda, Manager, Talent agent, and Talent manager, born in Epsom (died: February 12, 1995)
• Іван Андрійович Сало, Writer, born in Zhovkva Raion
• Antanas Dambrauskas, Lawyer, and Doctor of Social Sciences, born in Papelkiai, Kuršėnų apskritis (died: April 27, 1995)
• Тамара Махсумовна Абдушукурова, Theatrical director, Stage actor, University teacher, Statesperson, and Teacher, born in Шульмак, Гармского района
• Ալեքսան Ավետիսի Մեխակյան, Novelist, and Playwright, born in Yernjatap (died: July 26, 2017)
• Gennady Marchenko, Engineer, born in Kryukovo
• Peter Corbett, Cricketer, born in Vryburg (died: May 23, 2015)
• Виктор Павлович Науменков, Coach, born in Зайцево (died: November 17, 2002)
• Simeonka Vlaikova, Local historian, Geographer, and Teacher, born in Botevgrad (died: April 23, 2020)
• Hilde von Balluseck, Social scientist, born in Copenhagen

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What happened on August 24, 1940

• Howard Florey and team publish results showing penicillin's in vivo bactericidal action.

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August 24, 1940 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1940 belongs to the Silent Generation group.

When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)

• United States: August 24, 1958
• India: August 24, 1958
• Philippines: August 24, 1958
• United Kingdom: August 24, 1958
• Canada: August 24, 1958

According to data from the ACE Electoral Knowledge Network, 205 countries and territories have a minimum voting age of 18 for national elections out of 237 countries and territories the organisation has data on as of October 2020. Some countries may issue additional requirements for voting eligibility from time to time.

When am I eligible to get a driving license?

Learner's Permit (Under supervision)

• United States: August 24, 1955
• India: August 24, 1956
• Philippines: August 24, 1956
• United Kingdom: August 24, 1957
• Canada: August 24, 1956

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

• United States: August 24, 1956
• India: August 24, 1958
• Philippines: August 24, 1958
• United Kingdom: August 24, 1957
• Canada: August 24, 1956

Full Driving License

• United States: August 24, 1958
• India: August 24, 1960
• Philippines: August 24, 1958
• United Kingdom: August 24, 1961
• Canada: August 24, 1958

When do I reach age of consent?

• United States: August 24, 1956
• India: August 24, 1958
• Philippines: August 24, 1956
• United Kingdom: August 24, 1956
• Canada: August 24, 1956

Disclaimer: This is not legal advise. Age of consent is a complex legal system which can vary depending on individual situation and circumstances. In the United States, as of April 2021, of the total fifty U.S. states, approximately thirty have an age of consent of 16 (with this being the most common age of consent in the country), some set the age of consent at 17, and in about eleven states the age is 18.

When can I marry without parental consent?

• United States: August 24, 1958
• India: August 24, 1961
• Philippines: August 24, 1958
• United Kingdom: August 24, 1958
• Canada: August 24, 1958

When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?

• United States: August 24, 1961
• India: August 24, 1961
• Philippines: August 24, 1958
• United Kingdom: August 24, 1958
• Canada: August 24, 1959

When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?

• India: August 24, 1958
• Canada: August 24, 1959
• United States: August 24, 1961
• Philippines: August 24, 1961
• United Kingdom: August 24, 1958

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When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 24, 1986

Yes, you can become a millionaire by saving small and investing. Believe in yourself and it's never too late to start.

Please note, this calculation assumes $100 monthly savings into US stocks with ARR 7% and that the monthly savings double every 10 years from the starting date. The actual outcome might vary based on additional factors not considered in this simple calculation, such as taxes, fees, changes in contribution, or more complex compounding scenarios.

Your next birthday

• August 24, 2025 is on a Sunday.
• Your next birthday is 249 days away.

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Astrology Analysis

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2024

Transits for 2024

• Saturn opposition Mars
  Exact: 01 January, 2024
• Mars square Ketu
  Exact: 21 January, 2024
• Mars aspects Mercury
  Exact: 31 January, 2024
• Jupiter conjunction Moon
  Exact: 20 February, 2024
• Saturn sextile Moon
  Exact: 01 March, 2024
• Jupiter conjunction Jupiter
  Exact: 21 March, 2024
• Jupiter conjunction Saturn
  Exact: 21 March, 2024
• Saturn sextile Saturn
  Exact: 10 April, 2024
• Saturn sextile Jupiter
  Exact: 20 April, 2024
• Mars square Venus
  Exact: 20 May, 2024
• Rahu conjunction Ketu
  Exact: 30 May, 2024
• Ketu conjunction Rahu
  Exact: 30 May, 2024
• Mars conjunction Jupiter
  Exact: 29 June, 2024
• Mars conjunction Saturn
  Exact: 29 June, 2024
• Jupiter trine Rahu
  Exact: 19 July, 2024
• Saturn sextile Jupiter
  Exact: 17 September, 2024
• Saturn sextile Saturn
  Exact: 17 September, 2024
• Mars square Rahu
  Exact: 27 September, 2024

Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.

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