Historical Events
Chinese Civil War Begins
Chinese civil war begins between Kuomintang government led by Chiang Kai-Shek and Mao Zedong's Communist Party
- First man-made object to escape the atmosphere (WAC Corporal) is fired from White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, reaching 235,000 feet
About October 11, 1945
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 78 years and 9 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Libra