Historical Events
- Armistice between Finland and Soviet Union is signed. (End of the Continuation War)
- Luftwaffe bombs Eindhoven: 200 killed
Famous Birthdays
- Anders Björck, Swedish politician (Minister for Defence), born in Nässjö, Jönköping County, Sweden
Famous Deaths
- David Lord, British RAF pilot (Victoria Cross), dies in the Battle of Arnhem at 30
Guy Gibson (1918-1944)
British aviator who led the Dambusters Raid (Victoria Cross), killed in action at 26
- Hilaro Barlow, British colonel, dies during the Battle of Arnhem at 37
Died in 1944 1944 Highlights
About September 19, 1944
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 79 years, 7 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo
