Historical Events
- 300 allied bombers drop fire bombs on Allied/German positions
- Soviet forces liberate concentration camp Majdanek
- US troops land on Tinian
Famous Birthdays
- Barbara Thompson, British jazz saxophonist and composer, born in Oxford, England
- Jim Armstrong, Irish rock guitarist (Them), born in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Famous Deaths
- Jan Postma, leader of illegal Dutch party (CPN), executed at 49
1944 Highlights
About July 24, 1944
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 76 years and 6 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
