Historical Events
- 600 Jewish prisoners mount an uprising at the Nazi concentration camp in Sobibor, Poland, 300 successfully escape
Event of Interest
Japan declares the Philippines independent under President José P. Laurel
José P. Laurel
- US 8th Air Force loses 60 B-17s during assault on Schweinfurt
Famous Birthdays
- Anthony Iannaccone, American composer, born in Brooklyn, New York
- Lance Rentzel, American NFL receiver (Minn, LA) and ex-husband of Joey Heatherton, born in Flushing, New York
- Noreen Corcoran, American actress (Kelly-Bachelor Father), born in Quincy Massachusetts (d. 2016)
Famous Deaths
- Jackie Matthews, cricketer (8 Tests 1911-12, 16 wickets), dies
1943 Highlights
About October 14, 1943
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
