Historical Events
- Chinese Red army conquers Nanjing
- Courtesy mail boxes for motorists started in San Francisco
- Netherlands annexes Elten & Tudderen
Famous Birthdays
- Blair Brown, American actress (Altered States, Molly Dodd), born in Washington, D.C.
- David Cross, British progressive rock electric violinist (King Crimson, 1972-74; David Cross Band; Radius), born in Turnchapel, England
- John Miles, British vocalist and musician (John Miles Band - "Rebel"; "Zaragon"; Alan Parsons Project), born in Jarrow, Durham, England (d. 2021)
- Joyce DeWitt, American actress (Janet Wood-Three's Company), born in Wheeling, West Virginia
About April 23, 1949
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 75 years and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
