Historical Events
- Hadassah Convoy Massacre: Vehicles bringing Jewish staff and medical supplies to Hadassah Hospital and University on Mount Scopus, Jerusalem attacked by Arab forces; 79 killed by bombs, grenades, and sniper fire
Famous Birthdays
- Amy Robinson, American writer and actress (Mean Streets), born in Trenton, New Jersey
- Brian Griffen, British photographer (album cover art for Depeche Mode, Elvis Costello, Joe Jackson), music video, commercial and documentary film maker, born in Birmingham, England
- Nam Hae-il, 25th Chief of Naval Operations of Republic of Korea Navy
- Sue Doughty, British politician (MP for Guildford), born in York, England
- [Piet] "Peter" Sweval, American rock bassist (Looking Glass - "Brandy (You're a Fine Girl)" ; Starz - "Cherry Baby"), born in Toms River, New Jersey (d. 1990)
About April 13, 1948
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 76 years and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries
