Historical Events
- Belgian Prime Minister Acker proclaims wage & price freeze ended
- Eddie Klepp, a white pitcher signed by defending Negro League champ Cleveland Buckeyes, is barred from field in Birmingham, Alabama
Famous Birthdays
Al Green (78 years old)
American soul singer ("Let's Stay Together"; "Love And Happiness"), born in Forest City, Arkansas
- Roy Loney, American rock singer (Flamin' Groovies, 1965-71), born in California (d. 2019)
Famous Deaths
- Valery Zhelobinsky, Russian pianist and composer, dies at 33
- William Henry Bell, English composer, dies at 72
Died in 1946 1946 Highlights
About April 13, 1946
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 78 years and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries