Historical Events
Attempt on Hitler
Failed assassination attempt on Adolf Hitler at Bürgerbräukeller beer hall in Munich, Germany; timebomb planted by workman Georg Elser explodes 13 minutes after Hitler's departure kills 8
- Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse's stage comedy "Life with Father" opens at Empire Theatre, NYC, later transferring to the Bijou, and then the Alvin Theatre; runs for 3224 performances
About November 8, 1939
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 5 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Scorpio
