Historical Events
Event of Interest
French General Charles de Gaulle arrives in London
D-Day Cancelled
General Eisenhower cancels planned D-Day invasion on June 5th after receiving unfavorable weather reports
- U505 becomes the first German submarine captured and boarded on high seas by the US Navy
Liberation of Rome
US 5th Army enters and liberates Rome - first European Fascist city to be liberated
Famous Birthdays
- Michelle Phillips, American singer and actress (Mamas & Papas - "California Dreaming"), born in Long Beach, California
- Roger Ball, Scottish saxophonist (Average White Band), born in Broughty Ferry, Scotland
About June 4, 1944
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 79 years, 10 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Gemini
