Famous Birthdays
- James Soong, Taiwanese politician
- Jerry Jeff Walker [Ronald Clyde Crosby], American country music singer and songwriter ("Mr. Bojangles"), born in Oneonta, New York (d. 2020)
- Roger Crozier, Canadian ice hockey goaltender (d. 1996)
About March 16, 1942
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 1 month and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Pisces