Historical Events
Historic Event
Soviet forces reach Auschwitz concentration camp
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- Barbara Kruger, American conceptual artist, born in Newark, New Jersey
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1945 Highlights
About January 26, 1945
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 78 years and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aquarius