Historical Events
Battle of Eniwetok
Battle of Eniwetok ends as US forces complete the capture of Parry Island from the Japanese 1st Amphibious Brigade
- Forced deportation of the Chechen and Ingush people to Central Asia.
Famous Birthdays
- Bernard Cornwell, English historical novelist
- Ed Flanagan, American football center (Pro Bowl 1969, 70, 71, 73; Detroit Lions, San Diego Chargers), born in San Bernardino, California (d. 2023)
- James Cousins, British MP
- John Sandford, American novelist
- Johnny Winter [John Dawson], American blues guitarist (Silver Train), born in Leland Miss, (d. 2014)
- Mike Maxfield, British rocker (Billy J Kramer & The Dakotas)
Famous Deaths
Leo Baekeland (1863-1944)
Belgian-American chemist and inventor (bakelite plastics), dies at 80
About February 23, 1944
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 79 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces
