What Happened on October 24, 1945

Historical Events

United Nations Charter

Charter of United Nations comes into effect

  • In France PC/PS/MRP win parliamentary election (25/24/23%)

Famous Birthdays

  • Anthony Christian, English artist
  • GĂ©rald Larose, Quebec labour union executive, born in Ham-Nord, Quebec

Famous Deaths

  • Robert Ley, German Nazi politician, commits suicide while awaiting trial at Nuremberg at 55

Vidkun Quisling (1887-1945)

Norwegian Minister of Defense and Prime Minister (1942-45), executed for collaborating with the Nazis at 58


Died in 1945 1945 Highlights

About October 24, 1945

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 6 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Scorpio