What happened this day in history January 11, 1942

What are the important events that happened on January 11, 1942? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.

January 11, 1942: Facts & Myths About This Day

January 11, 1942 is the 11th day of the year 1942 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 354 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Sunday.

Under the Julian calendar, this day is December 29, 1941 – a Sunday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?

Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘hendecagon’ day.

If a person born on this day saved a Dime every day starting at age 6, then by now that person has accumulated $2,783.70. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)

Capricorn is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Garnet is the modern birthstone for this month. Emerald is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.

Snake is the mythical animal and Metal is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.

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January 11, 1942 Historical Events

  • 1942
    World War II: Japan declares war on the Netherlands and invades the Netherlands East Indies.
  • 1942
    World War II: The Japanese capture Kuala Lumpur.

Who were born on January 11, 1942?

  • 1942
    Charles Acton, American basketball player
  • 1942
    Clarence Clemons, American musician (E Street Band) (d. 2011)
  • 1942
    George Mira, American Football Player
  • 1942
    Leo Cullum, American cartoonist (d. 2010)

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