Historical Events
- 100th Grand National: Capt. Robert Petre wins aboard 25/1 shot Lovely Cottage; first true GN since 1940 due to World War II; last on a Friday
Ives' 3rd Symphony
1st performance of Charles Ives' 3rd Symphony
Famous Birthdays
- Jane Asher, English actress (Deep End) and girlfriend of Paul McCartney, born in Willesden, London, England
- Jennifer Penney, Canadian ballerina, born in Vancouver, British Columbia
- Larry Frederick Wendt, American composer, born in Napa, California
- Robert E. McKee, American oil executive (Executive Vice President at Conoco, 1992–2002)
Famous Deaths
- Vincent Youmans, American composer and songwriter (Tea for Two), dies at 47
Died in 1946 1946 Highlights
About April 5, 1946
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 78 years and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries
