One-Man Mission of Rudolf Hess
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Historical Events
Sports History
66th Preakness: Eddie Arcaro wins aboard Whirlaway, 2nd leg of successful Triple Crown
Event of Interest
Adolf Hitler's deputy Rudolf Hess escapes to Britain to open secret negotiations with the Allies, parachuting into Scotland
- British House of Commons & Holborn Theatre damaged in an air raid
Radio History
Queen Wilhelmina on Radio Orange warns against treason
1941 History
Famous Birthdays
- Ken Berry [Allen Kent Berry], American baseball player (White Sox, Angels, Brewers, Indians), born in Kansas City, Missouri
- Ken Kennedy, Irish rugby union hooker (45 Tests Ireland, 4 British & Irish Lions; London Irish RFC), born in Rochester, England (d. 2022)
- Win Bischoff, CEO (Schroders)
About May 10, 1941
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 81 years, 10 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus
