Historical Events
- Japanese attack on Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, repelled
Famous Birthdays
- Bernie Calvert, English rock bassist (Hollies), born in Brierfield, England
- Dennis Conner, American yachtsman (America's Cup winning skipper 1974, 80, 87, 88; Olympic bronze Tempest class 1976; World C'ship gold Star class 1971, 77), born in San Diego, California
- Don Preston, American session and touring guitarist (Leon Russell; Joe Cocker; Stone Canyon Band), and singer-songwriter, born in Denver, Colorado
- Linda G Miller, American actress (Night of the Juggler, Mississippi), born in New York City
- Tom Wargo, American golfer (PGA Senior C'ship 1993, British Senior Open 1994), born in Marlette, Michigan
1942 Highlights
About September 16, 1942
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 81 years, 7 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Virgo
