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What Happened on March 16, 1933

Historical Events

Hitler Appoints Schacht

Adolf Hitler names Hjalmar Schacht as President of Bank of Germany

Appointment of Interest

Hans Luther resigns as president of the Reichsbank and is appointed German ambassador to the United States


Famous Birthdays

  • Sandy Weill, American financier and philanthropist

Famous Deaths

  • Alfred Haar, Hungarian mathematician, dies at 47
Died in 1933 1933 Highlights

About March 16, 1933

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 3 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Pisces