Historical Events
- Bełżec Concentration Camp opens with the transport of 30,000 Lublin Polish Jews
MacArthur Supreme Commander
US General Douglas MacArthur arrives in Australia to become supreme commander
Famous Birthdays
- Dimitris Poulikakos, Greek rock singer-songwriter (Exadaktylos; MGC), and actor, born in Athens, Greece
John Wayne Gacy (1942-1994)
American serial killer who killed 33 young men, born in Chicago, Illinois
- Sidney Barthelemy, American politician (Mayor of New Orleans), born in New Orleans, Louisiana
About March 17, 1942
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 1 month and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Pisces