What Happened on November 20, 1943

Historical Events

  • WWII: German submarine U-536 sunk northeast of the Azores in the Atlantic Ocean by British and Canadian warships
  • WWII: US forces land on Tarawa & Makin Atoll in Gilbert Island

Famous Birthdays

  • Lindsay Thomas, American politician (Rep-D-GA, 1983-93), born in Patterson, Georgia
  • Veronica Hamel, American actress (Hill Street Blues - "Joyce Davenport"; 79 Park Ave), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

About November 20, 1943

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio