Historical Events
- British commandos attack Elbe & occupy Lauenburg
- US 5th army reaches Swiss border
Famous Birthdays
- Ajit Manohar Pai, Indian cricket fast bowler (1 Test, 2 wickets; Bombay), born in Mumbai, India
- John Wolters, American drummer (Dr. Hook -"When You're In Love With A Beautiful Woman"), born in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey (d. 1997)
Famous Deaths
Benito Mussolini (1883-1945)
Fascist Italian dictator (1922-43), shot by communist partisans at 61
- Claretta Petacci, Italian mistress of Mussolini, executed at 33
- Hans Bloesch, Swiss author, dies at 67
- Roberto Farinacci, Italian fascist, dies at 52
About April 28, 1945
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 11 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
