What Happened on November 22, 1941

Historical Events

  • British cruiser Devonshire sinks German auxiliary cruiser Atlantis
  • NZ troops conquer Ft Capuzzo Libya

Famous Birthdays

  • Jacques Laperrière, Canadian Hockey HOF defenceman (Stanley Cup x 6 Montreal Canadiens; Calder Trophy 1964; Norris Trophy 1966; NHL All-Star x 5), born in Béarn, Quebec
  • Jesse Colin Young, American singer songwriter (Youngbloods; Song For Juli), born in Queens, New York
  • Ron McClure, American jazz-rock bassist (Blood, Sweat & Tears), born in New Haven, Connecticut
  • Tom Conti, Scottish actor (Reuben, Reuben, American Dreamer), born in Paisley Scotland

Famous Deaths

  • Kurt Koffka, German Gestalt psychologist, dies of illness at 55
  • Werner Mölders, German ace fighter pilot (b. 1915)
Died in 1941 1941 Highlights

About November 22, 1941

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 5 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius