Historical Events
- Allies in London sentence German war criminals
Famous Birthdays
Muhammadu Buhari (80 years old)
Nigerian military leader and politician (President of Nigeria 2015-), born in Daura, Katsina State
- Paul Butterfield, American blues singer and harmonica player (Paul Butterfield Blues Band; Better Days), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 1987)
1942 Highlights
About December 17, 1942
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 5 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Sagittarius
