What Happened on September 11, 1943

Historical Events

  • Allied armed forces conquer Salerno, Italy
  • Jewish ghettos of Minsk & Lida Belorussia liquidated
  • Last German Q/pirate ship sinks near Easter Island / Rapa Nui
  • US & Australian troops join in Salamaua, New Guinea
1943 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Jack Ely, American singer and guitarist (The Kingsmen - "Louie, Louie"), born in Portland, Oregon (d. 2015)
  • Mickey Hart [Hartman], American drummer and percussionist (Grateful Dead, 1967-71 & 1974-96; Planet Drum: Rhythm Devils), born in Brooklyn, New York
  • Paul Riser, American session trombonist and musical arranger (Motown's "Funk Brothers"), born in Detroit, Michigan
  • Raymond Villeneuve, Canadian terrorist (founding member of the Front de libération du Québec)
Born in 1943
1943 Highlights

About September 11, 1943

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 6 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No

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