What Happened on March 30, 1942

Historical Events

  • 1st RSHA-transport from France arrives in camp Birkenau
  • SS murders 200 inmates of Trawniki concentration camp

Famous Birthdays

  • George Esson, Scottish Chief Constable (Dumfries & Galloway - headed police investigation into Lockerbie Bombing)
  • Graeme Edge, British rock drummer, and poet (Moody Blues - "The Dream"; "Morning Glory"), born in Rocester, Staffordshire England (d. 2021)
  • Tane Norton, New Zealand rugby union hooker and captain (27 Tests; Mid Canterbury RFU, Canterbury RFU), born in Waikari, New Zealand (d. 2023)

Famous Deaths

  • Alfred Coville, French historian (Lesson premier Valois), dies at 81
Died in 1942 1942 Highlights

About March 30, 1942

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 82 years and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries