Historical Events
- Armistice between Finland and Soviet Union is signed. (End of the Continuation War)
- Luftwaffe bombs Eindhoven: 200 killed
Famous Birthdays
- Anders Björck, Swedish politician (Minister for Defence), born in Nässjö, Jönköping County, Sweden
Famous Deaths
- David Lord, British lieutenant/Dakota-pilot DFC/VC, dies in battle
Guy Gibson (1918-1944)
British aviator who led the Dambusters Raid (Victoria Cross), killed in action at 26
- Hilary Barlow, British colonel, dies
1944 Highlights
About September 19, 1944
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 4 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo
