Historical Events
- Axis forces in North Africa surrender
Churchill's US Visit
British premier Winston Churchill arrives in USA
- German troops in Tunisia, North Africa, surrender
Famous Birthdays
- David Walker, American rock guitarist (Gary Lewis & Playboys - "This Diamond Ring"), born in Montgomery Alabama
- Linda Dano, American actress (Felicia Gallant-Another World), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Albert Stoessel, American violinist, conductor, composer, and educator, dies of a heart attack on the podium at 48
Died in 1943 1943 Highlights
About May 12, 1943
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
