Timeline Thursday 22 January 1942

Events on Thursday 22 January 1942 2

• 1860 – 1942 Walter Sickert (1860-1942) Died 22 January 1942, aged 81 Walter Sickert was a British painter and a leading figure of the Camden Town Group. His dark scenes of music halls and urban interiors influenced 20th-century British art. He died in Bath.
• 1942 8th Elfstedentocht Winner: Durk van der Duim The 1942 edition was again held under Nazi occupation on 22 January. Durk van der Duim, one of the five Pact of Dokkum skaters, won the solo title. Three participants died during the race. The event drew enormous public attention as a moment of Dutch identity during dark times.