Historical Events
Historic Event
British intelligence at Bletchley Park breaks German spy codes after capturing Enigma machines aboard the weather ship Muenchen
Murder of Interest
Louis Buchalter is arraigned in New York state court on the 1936 Joseph Rosen murder along with three other murders
Famous Birthdays
- Danny Rapp, American pop singer (Danny & Juniors - "At The Hop"), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 1983)
- Dorothy Hyman, England, sprinter (Olympic silver 1960)
- Howard Komives, American NBA star (NY Knicks, Buffalo Braves), born in Toledo, Ohio (d. 2009)
- Jan Dibbets, sculptor/artist (Dutch Mountains)
- Pete Birrell, British rock bassist (Freddie and The Dreamers - "I'm Telling You Now"), born in Wythenshawe, Cheshire, England
1941 Highlights
About May 9, 1941
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 81 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus
