Historical Events
Bradman's 1st Post-war Century
Before the biggest Adelaide Oval crowd of the season, batting maestro Don Bradman scores his first post-WWII century; 112 for South Australia v Australian Services
United Nations Charter
Ratification of United Nations Charter completed
Famous Birthdays
- Barbara Carrera, Nicaraguan actress (Angelica-Dallas), born in Bluefields, Nicaragua
- Claude Marks, FALN member (FBI most wanted), born in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Famous Deaths
- Don Douglas, Scottish actor (The Black Castle), dies at 40
Died in 1945 1945 Highlights
About December 31, 1945
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 3 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn