Historical Events
Historic Event
British premier Winston Churchill arrives in Italy
- French 5th Armour division recaptures Sées
Historic Event
Klaus Barbie, Gestapo head of Lyon France leaves for Auschwitz
- US air raid on Palembang
Famous Birthdays
- David Pearl, British judge
- Ian McDiarmid, Scottish stage director, and stage and screen actor (Star Wars -"Palpatine"), born in Carnoustie, Scotland
1944 Highlights
About August 11, 1944
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 5 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
