What Happened on January 6, 1946

Historical Events

Quemadmodum

Pope Pius XII publishes encyclical Quemadmodum

  • Vietnam holds its first ever general election

Famous Birthdays

  • Harold Jackson, NFL wide receiver (LA, New Engl), born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Syd Barrett (1946-2006)

British guitarist and singer-songwriter (Pink Floyd, 1964-68 - "See Emily Play"; solo -"The Madcap Laughs"), born in Cambridge, England


About January 6, 1946

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 3 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn