Historical Events
Eisenhower Allied Commander
General Eisenhower takes command of Allied Invasion Force in London
Famous Birthdays
- Chris de Marigny, painter/designer
- Jim Stafford, American singer-songwriter ("Spiders & Snakes"; "My Girl Bill"), born in Eloise, Florida
- Juan Rodríguez Vega, Chilean soccer defender (26 caps; Universidad de Chile, Atlético Español), born in Santiago, Chile (d. 2021)
- Katherine Anderson, American singer (The Marvelettes - "Please Mr. Postman"[ "Don't Mess With Bill"), born in Ann Arbor, Michigan (d. 2023)
1944 Highlights
About January 16, 1944
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn