Historical Events
- Successful Soviet counter attack through 37th Guard division
- US navy defeats Japanese in WW II Battle of Cape Esperance
Famous Birthdays
- Daliah Lavi [Levinbuck], Israeli actress (Casino Royale; Lord Jim), and singer, born in Haifa, British Palestine (d. 2017)
- Melvin Franklin, American R&B bass vocalist (The Temptations, 1960-94 - "Ball of Confusion"), born in Montgomery, Alabama (d. 1995)
Famous Weddings
Louis Armstrong
Jazz musician Louis Armstrong (41) weds dancer Lucille Wilson (28)
1942 Highlights
About October 12, 1942
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 79 years, 1 month and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Libra
