Historical Events
- Dutch Special Council of Annulment affirms death sentence of radio presenter Max Blokzijl for broadcasting Nazi propaganda
- Flight 19 the "Lost Squadron" of 5 torpedo bombers and 14 airmen is lost east of Florida in the supposed Bermuda Triangle
Famous Birthdays
- Geoff Emerick, British sound engineer and record producer (Beatles; Elvis Costello), born in Crouch End, North London, England (d. 2018)
- J W "Corkey" Fornof, American stunt coordinator (Octopussy), born in New Orleans, Louisiana
Famous Weddings
Eddie Albert
Actor Eddie Albert (39) weds actress Margo (28)
Died in 1945 1945 Highlights
About December 5, 1945
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 4 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Sagittarius