Historical Events
- French troops leave Lebanon
Event of Interest
US President Harry Truman officially proclaims end of WW II

Harry Truman
Famous Birthdays
- Cliff Richey, American tennis player (Davis Cup 1969-70), born in San Angelo, Texas
Diane von Furstenberg
Diane von Furstenberg, Belgian-born American fashion designer (wrap dress), born in Brussels

Diane von Furstenberg
- Pius Ncube, Zimbabwean human rights advocate, born in Filabusi, Zimbabwe
Famous Deaths
- Frederik "Frits" Tartaud, Dutch actor and husband of Dutch actress Alida Klein, dies at 89
1946 Highlights
About December 31, 1946
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 74 years and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn