Historical Events
- 4 chaplains drown after giving up their life jackets to others
Famous Birthdays
- Blythe Danner, actress (Butterflies are Free), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Dennis Edwards, American lead singer of The Temptations (Papa Was A Rollin' Stone), born in Fairfield, Alabama (d. 2018)
- Eric Haydock, bassist (Hollies-He Aint Heavy He's My Brother)
Famous Deaths
- Alexander Goode, rabbi who surrendered his life jacket, drowns
1943 Highlights
About February 3, 1943
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aquarius
