What Happened on March 22, 1943

Historical Events

  • Dutch SS police chief Hans Albin Rauter threatens to kill half Jewish children
  • Dutch work week extended to 54 hour
  • Obligatory work for woman ends in Belgium

Famous Birthdays

  • George Benson, American Grammy Award-winning jazz guitarist and singer ("Breezin'"; "This Masquerade"), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Joseph Schwantner, American composer (Aftertones of Infinity), born in Chicago, Illinois
  • Keith Relf, British blues-rock singer and harmonica player (The Yardbirds - "For Your Love"; Renaissance, 1969-71), born in Richmond, England (d. 1976)

About March 22, 1943

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 81 years and 28 days
Leap Year: No

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