Historical Events
- Japanese parachutists land near oil center Palembang, Sumatra
- Rotterdam's Maas tunnel opens
- The Polish resistance movement, the Home Army, is formed and will eventually become the largest resistance movement in occupied Europe
- World War II: Battle of Pasir Panjang contributes to the fall of Singapore.
Famous Birthdays
- Andrew Robinson, American actor
- Margaret Wright, chief commissioner (Guide Association)
Michael Bloomberg (82 years old)
American businessman who co-founded Bloomberg L.P., Mayor of New York City (2002-13) and philanthropist, born in Boston, Massachusetts
- Ricardo RodrÃguez, Mexican auto racer (youngest F1 driver ever to race for Ferrari), born in Mexico City (d. 1962)
Famous Deaths
- Adnan Bin Saidi, Officer of the Malay Regiment killed in the defense of Singapore (b. 1915)
Died in 1942 1942 Highlights
About February 14, 1942
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 2 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
