What Happened on April 13, 1943

Historical Events

  • Catholic University Nijegen closes

Jefferson Memorial

FDR dedicates the Jefferson Memorial in honor of former President Thomas Jefferson

  • Nazis discover mass grave of Polish officers near Katyn

Famous Birthdays

  • Billy Kidd, American alpine skier (World C'ship gold combined 1970; Olympic silver slalom 1964), born in Burlington, Vermont
  • Guy Stevens, British record company executive (Sue; Island), band manager (Mott the Hoople; Procol Harum), and record producer (The Clash - London Calling), born in East Dulwich, England (d. 1981)

About April 13, 1943

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 81 years and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aries