What Happened on June 1, 1945

Historical Events

  • WLB-AM in Minneapolis Minn changes call letters to KUOM

Famous Birthdays

  • Brian Oldfield, American shot-putter (credited with making rotational technique popular), born in Elgin, Illinois (d. 2017)
  • Linda Scott [Sampson], American pop singer ("I've Told Every Little Star"), born in Queens, New York
  • Ray Harford, English soccer manager (Fulham, Luton Town, Wimbledon, Blackburn Rovers, WBA, QPR), born in Halifax, England (d. 2003)

About June 1, 1945

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 10 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

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