Today in World War II History—Oct. 17, 1940 & 1945

Juan Perón’s supporters demonstrating in Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires, 17 October 1945 (public domain)

75 Years Ago—Oct. 17, 1940: In North Atlantic convoy SC-7, U-boats sink 3 Allied ships; 20 of 30 ships in the convoy will be lost in 3 days.

70 Years Ago—Oct. 17, 1945: Former vice president Juan Peron of Argentina is released from prison following demonstrations organized by Eva “Evita” Duarte.