Historical Events
- 1st use of helicopters during warfare (British Atlantic patrol)
Famous Birthdays
- Péter Eötvös, Hungarian composer ("Chinese Opera"), conductor, contemporary music advocate, and teacher, born in Székelyudvarhely, Transylvania, Hungary (now Odorheiu Secuiesc, Romania) (d. 2024)
- Prince Norodom Ranariddh, Cambodian politician
About January 2, 1944
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
