What Happened on August 23, 1946

Historical Events

The Big Sleep

"The Big Sleep" directed by Howard Hawks and starring Humphrey Bogart (Philip Marlowe) and Lauren Bacall, premieres

  • 13th NFL Chicago All-Star Game: All-Stars 16, Los Angeles 0 (97,380)
  • Ordinance No. 46 of the British Military Government constitutes the German Land (state) of Schleswig-Holstein.
1946 History

Famous Birthdays

Keith Moon (1946-1978)

British rock drummer (The Who - "Bell Boy"), born in London, England

Born in 1946
1946 Highlights

About August 23, 1946

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 7 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo