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What Happened on September 18, 1943

Historical Events

Attempt to Deport Danish Jews

Adolf Hitler orders deportation of Danish Jews (unsuccessful)

  • Cardinals clinch NL pennant

Famous Birthdays

  • Michael Vetter, German composer, born in Oberstdorf, Germany (d. 2013)

Famous Deaths

  • William S. Harley, American mechanical engineer and businessman (co-founder of the Harley-Davidson Motor Company), dies of heart failure at 62
Died in 1943 1943 Highlights

About September 18, 1943

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 9 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo