Historical Events
- "WW II" titled so, as result of Gallup Poll
- German Luftwaffe estimated to have flown over 11 thousand sorties against Malta since 20th March
- Nightly "dim-out" begins along US East Coast
Famous Birthdays
- Dave Davis, American ten-pin bowler (PBA Tournament of Champions 1968, 75; PBA National C'ship 1965, 67), born in Hackensack, New Jersey (d. 2022)
- Mike Brearley, English cricketer (outstanding England captain 1977-81), born in Harrow, Middlesex, England
About April 28, 1942
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 82 years and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Taurus
