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What Happened on September 7, 1944

Historical Events

  • SS-general Kurt Meyer takes Durnal, Belgium
  • Strongest Hurricane of century in Netherlands (wind force 12)

Famous Birthdays

  • Bertel Haarder, Danish politician (Minister of Education), born in Kruså, Denmark

Famous Deaths

  • Eduardo Sanchez de Fuentes, Cuban composer, dies at 70
Died in 1944 1944 Highlights

About September 7, 1944

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 79 years, 10 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo