Lyndsie Holland, English actress and singer (d. 2014)
Lyndsie Holland (12 March 1939 – 2 April 2014) was an English singer and actress, known for her performances in the contralto roles of the Savoy Operas.
After beginning her singing career in the chorus of the Sadler's Wells Opera in 1968, Holland starred in the Gilbert and Sullivan contralto roles with the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company for seven years, beginning in 1970. In later years, she performed in musical theatre and concerts.
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World War II: South Africa declares war on Nazi Germany. - 14Dec
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Winter War: The Soviet Union is expelled from the League of Nations for invading Finland. - 24Dec
Pope Pius XII
World War II: Pope Pius XII makes a Christmas Eve appeal for peace.