What Happened on January 21, 1943

Historical Events

  • Admiral Sir Andrew Cunningham, Royal Navy, promoted to Admiral of the Fleet
  • Soviet forces reconquer Gumrak airport near Stalingrad
  • Soviet forces reconquer Worosjilowsk

Famous Deaths

  • Otakar Sini, composer, dies at 61
Died in 1943 1943 Highlights

About January 21, 1943

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 81 years, 3 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

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