What Happened on January 7, 1946

Historical Events

  • Cambodia becomes autonomous state inside French Union

Famous Birthdays

  • Andy Brown, British rock drummer (The Fortunes, 1963-77 - "You've Got Your Troubles"; "Here Comes That Rainy Day Feeling Again"), born in Birmingham, England
  • Jann Wenner, American magazine publisher (Rolling Stone), born in New York City
  • John Tropea, American session and smooth jazz guitarist, born in New York City

Famous Deaths

  • Adamo Didur, Polish operatic bass singer (New York Metropolitan Opera, 1908-32), dies at 71
Died in 1946 1946 Highlights

About January 7, 1946

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 3 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

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