Historical Events
- 1st night game at Boston Braves Field (Giants 5, Braves 1)
- 71st Preakness: Warren Mehrtens aboard Assault wins in 2:01.4
- United Malays National Organisation is created.
Famous Birthdays
- (Michel) "Plume" Latraverse, Canadian rock and blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist, born in Montreal, Quebec
- Robert Jarvik, American scientist and researcher (developed the Jarvik-7 artificial heart), born in Midland, Michigan
1946 Highlights
About May 11, 1946
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 10 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus