Historical Events
- Dutch Premier Pieter Gerbrandy, exiled in London, tenders his resignation
Event of Interest
World War II: Karl Dönitz launches Operation Hannibal to evacuate German soldiers and civilians from Prussia by sea
Famous Birthdays
- Mike Harris, Canadian lawyer and politician (Premier of Ontario, 1995-2002), born in Toronto, Ontario
Famous Deaths
- Helmuth James von Moltke, German jurist who opposed Nazi (July 20th Plot), executed at 37
About January 23, 1945
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aquarius
