Historical Events
Battle of Los Angeles
The "Battle of Los Angeles" takes place, a series of anti-aircraft engagements over the city in response to a rumored but false Japanese attack. It would last until the morning of the following day.
- Voice of America begins broadcasting (in German)
Famous Birthdays
- Colin Bond, Australian racing driver
- David K Williamson, Australian screenplay/playwright (Removalists)
Joe Lieberman (1942-2024)
American attorney, US Senator from Connecticut (D/IND: 1989-2013) and Vice-Presidential candidate in 2000, born in Stamford, Connecticut
- Paul Jones, English rock singer (Manfred Mann - "Do Wah Diddy Diddy") and radio presenter (The Blues Show), born in Portsmouth, England
- Stuart Henry, British disc jockey
Famous Deaths
- Anton Drexler, German politician (founder of German Worker's Party (DAP), precursor to the Nazi Party), and mentor to Adolf Hitler, dies from complications of alcoholism at 57
Died in 1942 1942 Highlights
About February 24, 1942
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 2 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Pisces
