What Happened on October 25, 1945

Historical Events

Retrocession Day

Japanese surrender Taiwan to General Chiang Kai-shek

Famous Birthdays

  • David Schramm, American astrophysicist (pioneer in establishing particle astrophysics as a vibrant research field), born in St. Louis, Missouri (d. 1997)

Famous Weddings

Jackson Pollock

Painter Jackson Pollock (33) weds painter Lee Krasner (27)

Died in 1945 1945 Highlights

About October 25, 1945

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 6 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

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