Historical Events
Film & TV History
William Joyce (Lord Haw-Haw), fascist politician and Nazi propaganda broadcaster, charged with treason in England
Famous Birthdays
- Shirish Korde, Indian-Ugandan composer (Rasa; Aède Of The Ocean And Land), and educator, born in Uganda
Famous Deaths
- Florence Bascom, American geologist and 1st woman hired by the US Geological Survey, dies at 82
- Harold C. Roberts, American commandant 22nd regiment marines (3 Navy Crosses), dies in battle during Okinawa campaign at 46
- Simon Bolivar Buckner, Jr, American Lieutenant General of 10th Army, dies in action during Battle of Okinawa at 58
1945 Highlights
About June 18, 1945
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Gemini
