Historical Events
Bob Feller Enters Navy
MLB pitcher Bob Feller reports for duty in Norfolk, Virginia, after enlisting in the US Navy
- Pan American Airlines becomes the first commercial airline to complete a flight around the world; the plane "California Clipper" was re-christened "Pacific Clipper" after the feat
Famous Deaths
- Emma Calvé [Calvet], French operatic soprano (Metropolitan Opera, 1893-1904), dies at 83
Died in 1942 1942 Highlights
About January 6, 1942
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Capricorn
