What Happened on June 10, 1943

Historical Events

1st Wartime Visit

FDR becomes 1st US President to visit a foreign country during wartime

Lodz Ghetto Liquidated

Heinrich Himmler orders the final liquidation of Lodz ghetto in occupied Poland


Famous Birthdays

  • Jeff Greenfield, American media commentator (Firing Line; Nightline), born in New York City
  • Simon Jenkins, British author and newspaper editor (Evening Standard, The Times), born in Birmingham, England

About June 10, 1943

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 10 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

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