22 Apr 1946
  • While USS Nicholas was undergoing a deactivation overhaul at San Pedro, California, United States, Lieutenant Commander John Gardner relieved Lieutenant Commander Arthur Hamilton as commanding officer. ww2dbase [Nicholas | DS]
Russia
  • Alexander Novikov was stripped of his rank and was arrested for failing to produce reconnaissance aircraft matching those of the United States. ww2dbase [Alexander Novikov | CPC]



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