What Happened on January 28, 1948

Historical Events

A plane crash in the Diablo mountains kills 28 bracero farm workers being sent back to Mexico, inspiring Woodie Guthrie's song "Deportee"

David Diamond's 4th Symphony, dedicated to Natalie Koussevitzky, premieres with the Boston Symphony Orchestra conducted by Leonard Bernstein

President Manuel Roxas granted full amnesty to all so-called Philippine collaborators

Bennie Thompson, American politician (Rep (D) Mississippi 1993-, Chair Jan 6 Committee), born in Bolton, Mississippi

President of Liberia (1997-2003), warlord and convicted war criminal, born in Arthington, Liberia

Mamoru Mohri, Japanese scientist and astronaut (STS 47, born in Yoichi-machi Hokkaido

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 2 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius