Historical Events
- Anti-German demonstration in Haarlem, Netherlands
- British army Layforce commando units set sail
Louis vs. Burman
In his 13th title defense Joe Louis KOs Red Burman in the 5th round at Madison Square Garden, New York to retain NYSAC heavyweight boxing crown
Famous Birthdays
- Eugène Terre'Blanche, South African white supremacist and leader of the far-right Afrikaner Weerstandsbeweging, born in Ventersdorp, Transvaal Province, South Africa (d. 2010)
- George S Mickelson, (Gov-SD)
- Jerry Scheff, American session and touring bassist (Elvis Presley, 1969 to 1977), born in Denver, Colorado
- Jessica Walter, American actress (Play Misty For Me, Arrested Development), born in Brooklyn, New York
- Len Chappell, American basketball forward (NBA All-Star 1964 NY Knicks; All-American 1962 Wake Forest Uni), born in Portage, Pennsylvania (d. 2018)
- Richard Gephardt, American politician (Rep-D-MO, 1977-2005), born in St. Louis, Missouri
About January 31, 1941
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 2 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
