Historical Events
- 13th day of battle at El Alamein: Afrika Korps draws back
Famous Birthdays
- Patricia Bath, American ophthalmologist (invented laser cataract surgery), born in New York City (d. 2019)
Famous Deaths
- Marcel Barger, Dutch Jewish cabaret performer, killed at Auschwitz at 51
1942 Highlights
About November 4, 1942
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 80 years and 7 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Scorpio
