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What Happened on September 7, 1945

Historical Events

  • Joe Kuhel hits inside-the-park HR, only HR hit by a Senator all season at Washington's Griffith Stadium

Famous Birthdays

  • Forrest Blue, American football center (First-team All-Pro 1971–73; Pro Bowl 1971–74; SF 49ers, Baltimore Colts), born in Marfa, Texas (d. 2011)
  • Luis Aravena Munoz, Chilean singer who was exiled in the Netherlands, born in Chile (d. 1991)
  • Vic Pollard, New Zealand cricket all-rounder (32 Tests, 2 x 100s, 40 wickets) and soccer midfielder (7 caps; Rangers AFC), born in Burnley, England

Famous Weddings

  • "Star Trek" actor DeForest Kelley (25) weds Carolyn Dowling (25)
Died in 1945 1945 Highlights

About September 7, 1945

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 10 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

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