Monday May 12, 1947: on this day

May 12, 1947 was the 132nd day of the year 1947, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 12, 1947 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 12, 1947, who was born and died on May 12, 1947, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 12, 1947, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz), TV series (e.g. The Wife Saver) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 12th, 1947 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 12, 1947?


May 12, 1947 was a Monday and it was the 132nd day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 12, 1947 can also be written as 5/12/1947 in the US and as 12/5/1947 in UK and Europe.

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May 12, 1947: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 12, 1947:

  • The animated cartoon film ''rabbit transit'', directed by friz freleng, is released.
  • The cold war begins: in an effort to fight the spread of communism, president harry s. truman signs an act of congress that implements the truman doctrine. this act grants $400 million in military and economic aid to turkey and greece.
  • David lean's film ''great expectations'', based on the novel by charles dickens, opens in the united states. critics call it the finest film ever made from a charles dickens novel.

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May 12, 1947: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 12, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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May 12, 1947: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 12, 1947 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 1947 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on May 12, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 01:53 am and setting at 12:29 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 05, 1947 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1947.

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Who was born on May 12, 1947?


Famous people born on May 12, 1947:

  • Yossef Avrahami

    Notable physicist specializing in quantum mechanics.

  • Clancy Jayne

    Clancy Jayne served as a dedicated politician advocating for social justice.

  • Sherrill Brown

    Poet and educator recognized for her contributions to contemporary poetry.

  • Harrell Beck

    Author of several acclaimed mystery novels.

  • Michael Ignatieff

    Canadian journalist, writer, biographer and novelist.

  • Micheline Lanctot

    American screenwriter, director, and actor in film.

  • Butch Trucks

    Musician.

  • Mark Vonnegut

    Author.

  • Catherine Yronwode

    American editor and writer.

  • Christian Daziano

    French diplomat who served as ambassador to burundi (1999–2003), benin 2003-2007, and mozambique 2009-2012.

  • Stephen Raville

    American lawyer, tax advisor, and economist.

  • Mario Naldini
  • Rolf Zuckowski
  • Héctor Blondet
  • Slavojka Taušan
  • Angelo Attaguile
  • Zdeněk Zeman
  • Omar Arrestia
  • Carmelo Barbagallo

Whose famous birthday is on May 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 12th:

  • Emilio Estevez
    Emilio Estevez

    Emilio Estevez is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, known for his roles in the Brat Pack films of the 1980s.

  • Rami Malek
    Rami Malek

    Rami malek is an american actor known for his role as elliot alderson in the tv series mr.

  • Ving Rhames
    Ving Rhames

    Ving rhames is an american actor known for his roles in films such as pulp fiction, mission: impossible, and dawn of the dead.

  • Katharine Hepburn
    Katharine Hepburn

    American actress, whose first film appearance was in "a bill of divorcement" (1932) with john barrymore.

  • George Carlin
    George Carlin

    American comedian who started doing tv variety shows and nightclubs in 1966.

  • Gabriel Byrne
    Gabriel Byrne

    Irish actor, film director and producer, film writer, cultural ambassador, and audiobook narrator.

  • Burt Bacharach
    Burt Bacharach

    American composer and pianist of popular music.

  • Jason Biggs
    Jason Biggs

    He was an american actor who first appeared in national commercials at age 5. he was 13 when he won a role on "drexellaeur(tm),s class", a...

  • Malin Akerman
    Malin Akerman

    Swedish-canadian model and actress.

  • Catherine Tate
    Catherine Tate

    English actor, comedian, and writer.

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May 12, 1947: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 76 years 10 months old,

or 922 months and 17 days old,

or 4011 weeks and 4 days old,

or 28081 days old,

if you were born on May 12, 1947.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 12, 1947?

There are 44 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 12th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 12, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 12, 1947.

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May 12, 1947: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 12, 1947:

  • Cyril Deverell

What famous deaths happened on May 12th?

Famous deaths on May 12th:

  • Robert Reed
    Robert Reed

    American actor most well-known for his role as paterfamilias mike brady on the tv series "the brady bunch", a funny, corny, and endearing...

  • Monica Zetterlund
    Monica Zetterlund

    Swedish singer and actress (born 1937).

  • Louis Calhern
    Louis Calhern

    American actor and singer (d. 1956).

  • Cornell Borchers
    Cornell Borchers

    Germany -- actress (big lift floodtide, istanbul, istanbul).

  • Lillian Roth
    Lillian Roth

    Actress (animal crackers and alice sweet alice).

  • Elisabeth Bergner
    Elisabeth Bergner

    German actress (b. 1897).

  • Johnye Russell

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Jozeph Pilsudski

    Polish statesman who served as Chief of State and First Marshal of Poland.

  • Nillie Sachs

    German-Swedish politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

  • Solita Solano

    Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.

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May 12, 1947: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 12, 1947:

  • Day of Finnishness in Finland; Commemoration day of J. V. Snellman.
  • International Nurses Day
  • Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Thailand - Visakha Bucha. (2006) [1]
  • Israel - Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Israeli Independence Day) for 2005: the observed date of this national holiday is determined by the Jewish Calendar.
  • Blessed Imelda
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Achilleus and Nereus

Observances on May 12, 1947:

  • International Day of Plant Health [FAO]

Saints celebrated on May 12, 1947:

  • Saint Epiphanius
  • Saint Domitilla
  • Saint Modoald
  • Saint Pancras (died 304), second of the Ice Saints
  • Saint Joan of Portugal

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May 12, 1947: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 12, 1947 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Ghost and Mrs. Muir

The Ghost and Mrs. Muir

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Starring: Gene Tierney, Rex Harrison, George Sanders, Edna Best

Country: United States of America

Possessed

Possessed

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Curtis Bernhardt

Starring: Joan Crawford, Van Heflin, Raymond Massey, Geraldine Brooks

Country: United States of America

Moss Rose

Moss Rose

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Gregory Ratoff

Starring: Peggy Cummins, Victor Mature, Ethel Barrymore, Vincent Price

The Long Night

The Long Night

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Anatole Litvak

Starring: Henry Fonda, Barbara Bel Geddes, Vincent Price, Ann Dvorak

Copacabana

Copacabana

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Alfred E. Green

Starring: Groucho Marx, Carmen Miranda, Steve Cochran, Andy Russell

May 12, 1947: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 12, 1947 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Wife Saver

The Wife Saver

Release year: 1947

Starring: Allen Prescott

Country: United States of America

In the Kelvinator Kitchen

In the Kelvinator Kitchen

Release year: 1947

Starring: Ray Forrest, Alma Kitchell

Country: United States of America

Birthday Party

Birthday Party

Release year: 1947

Starring: Ted Brown, Aunt Grace, Bill Slater

Country: United States of America

Café Continental

Café Continental

Release year: 1947

Written by:

Starring: Claude Frederic

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Who was the US President on May 12, 1947?

On May 12, 1947 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 1947?

On May 12, 1947 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 12, 1947?

On May 12, 1947 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about May 12th?

May 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of May. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on May 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb, 2002-present: gunmen set fire to a catholic church at mass and killed six people in dablo (burkina faso).
  • 2018 - Unrest in burundi (2015-present), 26 people were killed in cibitoke province. according to the country's security minister, an unknown terrorist group was responsible for the attack on civilians living in their homes.
  • 2017 - Paramore, the grammy-winning band, releases after laughter, their fifth album.

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What happened in 1947?

1947 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Dizzy Gillespie presented his 1st Carnegie Hall concert in New York
  • Former Yank manager Joe McCarthy signs to manage Red Sox
  • Record World Series crowd of 73,365 at Yankee Stadium

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What was the calendar for May 1947?

May 1947 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how May 1947 calendar looked like.

Monday May 12, 1947