Historical Events
Victory in Battle
Pierre Laval, fugitive former leader of Vichy France, surrenders to Allied soldiers in Austria
Famous Birthdays
- Bill Weld, American politician (Governor (R) Massachusetts 1991-97), born in Smithtown, New York
- Charlotte Diamond, Canadian Juno Award-winning children's singer-songwriter ("I Am A Pizza"), born in Richmond, British Columbia
1945 Highlights
About July 31, 1945
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 10 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
