Historical Events
Military History
Lieutenant-General Omar Bradley flies to Carthago/Algiers from Sicily
- NY Giants' pitcher Ace Adams sets record by working in his 62nd game
Event of Interest
US General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Italian Marshal and head of government Pietro Badoglio give separate radio speeches announcing Italy's surrender to the allies on Sep 3 in the Armistice of Cassibile
Famous Birthdays
- Adelaide C. Eckardt, American politician, born in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
About September 8, 1943
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo
