Births on June 16

Jodi Rell

Born on June 16, 1946

Jodi Rell, American politician, 87th Governor of Connecticut

Mary Carolyn "Jodi" Rell (born June 16, 1946) is an American former Republican politician and the 87th governor of the U.S. state of Connecticut from 2004 until 2011. Rell also served as the state's 105th lieutenant governor.Rell was Connecticut's second female governor, after Ella Grasso. Rell did not seek re-election in 2010. As of 2022, she is the most recent Republican governor of Connecticut.

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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 June 16

Jodi Rell

Born on June 16, 1946

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Events on 1946

Auschwitz concentration camp

Jawaharlal Nehru

Bulgaria

Flushing, Queens

Iceland