What happened on Friday May 02, 1947?

Here's what happened on May 02, 1947:

• Political Tensions Erupt in Italian Parliament A heated political confrontation escalated into a physical altercation in the Italian Chamber of Deputies, with legislators engaging in a fistfight over the controversial Portella della Ginestra massacre. This incident highlighted the intense political divisions and emotional tensions in post-World War II Italy.
• New York City's Massive Smallpox Vaccination Campaign New York City successfully completed a comprehensive three-week public health initiative to combat smallpox, administering an impressive six million vaccinations across the city. This large-scale immunization effort was a critical public health intervention during the post-World War II era, demonstrating the city's commitment to preventing the spread of a potentially deadly infectious disease.
• Miracle on 34th Street Premieres in Theaters The beloved Christmas classic 'Miracle on 34th Street' made its theatrical debut, introducing audiences to a heartwarming story that would become a timeless holiday film. The movie, which explores themes of faith, imagination, and the spirit of Christmas, would go on to become a significant cultural touchstone in American cinema.

Events in 1947

May 02, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 02, 1947

Newspapers from May. 02, 1947

May 02, 1947 was a Friday and it was the 122nd day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 02, 1947 can also be written as 5/2/1947 in the US and as 2/5/1947 in UK and Europe.

May 02, 1947 in May 1947 calendar

Famous people born on May 02, 1947:

• James Dyson

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• Philippe Herreweghe

  Philippe Herreweghe is a distinguished Belgian conductor known for his interpretations of classical and baroque music.

• Lynda Myles

  Lynda Myles is an English screenwriter and film producer with contributions to the British entertainment industry.

• Jo Ann Pflug

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on May 2nd

Famous people died on May 02, 1947:

• Adolf Erbslöh
• William Moulton Marston

Famous people who died in 1947

Famous people who died on May 2nd

May 02, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 02, 1947 was Mam'selle by Dennis Day, according to the music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.

1. Dennis Day - Mam'selle
2. Guy Lombardo & His Royal Canadians - April Showers
3. Ray McKinley & His Orchestra - Red Silk Stockings and Green Perfume
4. Dinning Sisters - My Adobe Hacienda
5. Frank Sinatra - I Believe

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 2nd is Taurus.

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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 02, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 02, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 02, 1947 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 02, 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 02, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 05:21 pm and setting at 05:18 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on May 02, 1947

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Someone born on May 02, 1947 is:

78 years and 12 days old,

or 936 months and 12 days old,

or 4071 weeks and 5 days old,

or 28502 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 02, 1947?

There are 354 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 2nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 02, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 02, 1947.

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