What Happened on June 26, 1946

Historical Events

  • Dutch Nazi collaborator Arnold Meijer sentenced to 5 years

Famous Birthdays

  • Clive Francis, British actor (Masada), born in London, England
  • Ricky Jay [Richard Potash], American magician and actor (Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay), born in Brooklyn, New York (d. 2018)

Famous Deaths

  • Max Kögel, SS officer (b. 1895)
  • Yosuke Matsuoka, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan (b. 1880)
Died in 1946 1946 Highlights

About June 26, 1946

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 10 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Cancer