Historical Events
- Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. is promoted to brigadier general, the first African-American person to become a general in the US military
Event of Interest
Warsaw Ghetto is formed by German Governor-General Hans Frank
Famous Birthdays
- Barry Corbin, American actor (Northern Exposure - "Maurice"; One Tree Hill - "Coach Durham"), born in Lamesa, Texas
- Célio Taveira, Brazilian soccer striker (3 caps; Vasco da Gama, Nacional, Corinthians), born in Santos, Brazil (d. 2020)
Dave DeBusschere (1940-2003)
American NBA forward (NY Knicks) and last ABA commissioner (1975-76), born in Detroit, Michigan
About October 16, 1940
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
