Historical Events
- Paul-Henri Spaak (Belgium Socialist Party) forms Belgian government - then shortest Belgian government (ends 31 March)
Famous Birthdays
- Yann Arthus-Bertrand, French director and environmentalist, born in Paris, France
- Yonatan Netanyahu, Israeli soldier who died leading rescue operation Entebbe in Uganda, born in New York City (d. 1976)
Famous Deaths
- Abraham Bredius, Dutch art historian (Rembrandt), dies at 90
- Karl Haushofer, German soldier and geographer, dies at 76
- Thomas Frederick Dunhill, composer, dies at 69
- Werner von Blomberg, German politician and general (Commander-in-Chief German Armed Forces 1935-38), dies of cancer in detention at 67
Died in 1946 1946 Highlights
About March 13, 1946
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 1 month and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces