Historical Events
- 69th Preakness: Conn McCreary aboard Pensive wins in 1:59.2
Famous Birthdays
- Armistead Maupin, American author (Tales of the City series), born in Washington D.C.
- Betsy Finley Ashton, American broadcast journalist, author and lecturer, born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
- Carolyn Franklin, American singer-songwriter ("Angel"), born in Memphis, Tennessee (d. 1988)
- Clive Radley, English cricketer (batsman in 8 Tests)
- Crispin Agnew of Lochnaw, British explorer and genealogist
1944 Highlights
About May 13, 1944
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 79 years and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Taurus
