What happened on Monday May 28, 1945?

Here's what happened on May 28, 1945:

• USS Drexler Sunk by Kamikaze Attack The American destroyer USS Drexler was sunk northwest of Okinawa by a Japanese kamikaze attack during the final stages of World War II in the Pacific. This incident highlighted the desperate tactics employed by Japanese forces and the intense naval battles of the war's closing months.
• Communist Leaders Return to Berlin German communists, led by Walter Ulbricht, returned to Berlin in the immediate aftermath of World War II. This marked a significant moment in the political reorganization of post-war Germany and foreshadowed the eventual division of the country during the Cold War.
• William Joyce "Lord Haw-Haw" Captured William Joyce, infamously known as "Lord Haw-Haw", was captured by Allied forces. A prominent Nazi propaganda broadcaster who made English-language radio transmissions during World War II, Joyce would be charged with high treason in London, convicted, and subsequently executed by hanging in January 1946.
• Han van Meegeren Arrested for Art Forgery Dutch painter Han van Meegeren was arrested for alleged collaboration with the Nazis. Interestingly, it was later discovered that the paintings he had sold to high-ranking Nazi official Hermann Göring were elaborate forgeries, revealing a complex story of art deception during World War II.
• Hunter "Patch" Adams Born Hunter "Patch" Adams, an American physician known for his unconventional approach to healthcare and patient interaction, was born. He later became famous for his humanitarian work and holistic medical philosophy, which emphasized treating patients with compassion, humor, and personal connection.

Events in 1945

May 28, 1945: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 28, 1945

Newspapers from May. 28, 1945

May 28, 1945 was a Monday and it was the 148th day of the year 1945 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 28, 1945 can also be written as 5/28/1945 in the US and as 28/5/1945 in UK and Europe.

May 28, 1945 in May 1945 calendar

Famous people born on May 28, 1945:

• John Fogerty

  Legendary rock musician and founding member of Creedence Clearwater Revival, known for his distinctive bayou rock style and influential...

• Patch Adams

  Unconventional physician and humanitarian who revolutionized medical care by emphasizing humor, compassion, and patient connection.

• Hilary Abramson

  Professional publicist and former newspaper reporter specializing in public relations for nonprofit organizations.

• Edinburgh (Scotland)
• Esther Galil

Famous people born in 1945

Famous people born on May 28th

Famous people died on May 28, 1945:

• Lothar van Gogh

Famous people who died in 1945

Famous people who died on May 28th

May 28, 1945: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 28, 1945 was You Belong To My Heart by Bing Crosby (Xavier Cugat Orchestra), according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

1. Bing Crosby (Xavier Cugat Orchestra) - You Belong To My Heart
2. Xavier Cugat & His Waldorf-Astoria Orchestra - Good, Good, Good (That's You-That's You)
3. Frank Sinatra - Dream (When You're Feeling Blue)
4. Johnnie Johnston - Laura

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 28th is Gemini.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 28, 1945: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 28, 1945 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 28, 1945 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 28, 1945 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on May 28, 1945 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 09:56 pm and setting at 07:26 am.

The previous full moon was on May 27, 1945 while the next full moon would come on Jun 25, 1945.

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Your place in the Universe on May 28, 1945

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Someone born on May 28, 1945 is:

79 years 11 months old,

or 959 months and 26 days old,

or 4173 weeks and 5 days old,

or 29216 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 28, 1945?

There are 5 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 28th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 28, 1945?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 28, 1945.

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