Historical Events
Catholic Encyclical
Pope Pius XII encyclical Orientals omnes, about Rutheense church
Famous Birthdays
- Donald A. Ritchie, American Historian Emeritus of the United States Senate, born in NYC, New York
- Georges Aperghis, Greek composer, born in Athens, Greece
- Richard Wohlhuter, 800m runner (Olympic bronze 1976), born in St. Charles, Illinois
- Ron Bushy, American rock drummer (Iron Butterfly - “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida”), born in Washington, D.C. (d. 2021)
Famous Deaths
- Mogens Klitgaard, Danish author (Brunkul), dies at 39
1945 Highlights
About December 23, 1945
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 1 month and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn
