Historical Events
- Dutch resistance fighter Joop Westerweel arrested
Famous Birthdays
- Bobby Lyle, American jazz pianist and organist, born in Memphis, Tennessee
- Graham Lyle, Scottish singer-songwriter ("What's Love Got to Do With It"), born in Bellshill, Scotland
- Ric Rothwell, British rock drummer (Mindbenders - "The Game of Love"), born in Reddish, Cheshire, England
Famous Deaths
- Hendrik W. van Loon, Dutch-American radio commentator and writer, dies at 62
- Irvin S. Cobb, American writer and humorist (Old Judge Priest), dies at 67
1944 Highlights
About March 11, 1944
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 80 years and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces