What Happened on March 16, 1946

Historical Events

  • "Would-Be Gentleman" closes at Booth Theater NYC after 77 performances

Famous Birthdays

  • Hubert Soudant, Dutch conductor (Utrecht Symphony. 1974-80; L'Orchestre National des Pays de la Loire, 1994–2004; Tokyo Symphony, 2004-14), born in Maastricht, Netherlands

Famous Deaths

  • Max Blokzijl, Dutch radio presenter, executed for broadcasting Nazi propagandist during WWII, at 61
Died in 1946 1946 Highlights

About March 16, 1946

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 1 month and 12 days
Leap Year: No

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