What Happened on January 26, 1945

Historical Events

Soviet forces reach Auschwitz concentration camp

Ashley Hutchings, British folk-rock bassist, vocalist, songwriter, and record producer (Fairport Convention; Steeleye Span), born in Southgate, London England
Barbara Kruger, American conceptual artist, born in Newark, New Jersey
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Marti Caine [Lynne Stringer], British comedienne, singer and television host, born in Sheffield, England (d. 1995)
Mick Hill, Australian cricketer (NSW all-rounder 1964-75), born in Greensborough, Australia