Births on August 9

Rinus Gerritsen

Born on August 9, 1946

Rinus Gerritsen, Dutch rock bass player (Golden Earring)

Marinus Gerritsen (born 9 August 1946 in The Hague) is a Dutch bassist. Best known for being founding member of Dutch group Golden Earring, he is also a producer of artists like Herman Brood. Steve Harris of Iron Maiden counts Gerritsen as an important influence.

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Events on 1946

11 Mar

Auschwitz concentration camp
Rudolf Höss, the first commandant of Auschwitz concentration camp, is captured by British troops.
2 Sep

Jawaharlal Nehru
The Interim Government of India is formed, headed by Jawaharlal Nehru as Vice President with the powers of a Prime Minister.
8 Sep

Bulgaria
A 95.6% vote in favor of abolishing the monarchy in Bulgaria.
23 Oct

Flushing, Queens
The United Nations General Assembly convenes for the first time, at an auditorium in Flushing, Queens, New York City.
19 Nov

Iceland
Afghanistan, Iceland and Sweden join the United Nations.

Births on August 9

Rinus Gerritsen

Born on August 9, 1946

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Auschwitz concentration camp

Jawaharlal Nehru

Bulgaria

Flushing, Queens

Iceland