What Happened on July 31, 1945

Historical Events

Surrender of Pierre Laval

Pierre Laval, fugitive former leader of Vichy France, surrenders to Allied soldiers in Austria

Famous Birthdays

  • Bill Weld, American politician (Governor (R) Massachusetts 1991-97), born in Smithtown, New York
  • Charlotte Diamond, Canadian Juno Award-winning children's singer-songwriter ("I Am A Pizza"), born in Richmond, British Columbia

About July 31, 1945

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 8 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo