In Mainz (Germany), Franz Bopp was born. He was a German linguist, an Albanologist, and a key founder of comparative historical Indo-European linguistics. He served as a professor at the University of Berlin.
In Libohovë (Gjirokastër), Ndreko Rino was born. He was a participant in the National Liberation Anti-Fascist War and is recognized as a People's Hero.
In the city of Whiting, Indiana (USA), Ferid Murati was born. He is a clinical physician and pharmacologist, professor, and academic, who won the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1998.
In Tirana, the Temporary Executive Committee was established, an organ composed of six members elected by a "National Committee," convened at the order of the German Nazi occupiers.
In Korçë, Pandeli Evangjeli passed away, a notable figure of the National Renaissance, former Prime Minister, and high-ranking official during the period of Albania's independence.
In Athens (Greece), Irene Papas passed away, a Greek actress regarded as an archetypal figure and symbol of Greek beauty, as well as a famous representative of Mediterranean culture.
