What happened on Monday February 03, 1947?

Here's what happened on February 03, 1947:

• First African American Congressional Press Correspondent Percival Prattis made history by becoming the first African American news correspondent permitted in the United States House and Senate press gallery, breaking significant racial barriers in journalism.
• North American Cold Temperature Record Snag, Yukon, Canada recorded the coldest temperature ever in North America at -81 degrees Fahrenheit (-63 degrees Celsius), establishing an extreme weather record that would stand for decades.
• Bradman's Cricket Dismissal Legendary Australian cricketer Donald Bradman was bowled by English bowler Alec Bedser for a duck (zero runs) in the fourth Test Cricket match, a notable moment in cricket history.
• Dave Davies Birth Dave Davies, rock vocalist and guitarist of the legendary band The Kinks, was born in London, England. He would later become famous for hits like 'Lola' and help define the British rock sound of the 1960s.
• Douglas DC-3 Crash in Portugal A Douglas DC-3 aircraft crashed in the Sintra Mountains near Lisbon, Portugal during an approach in poor weather conditions. The tragic accident resulted in 15 fatalities out of 16 passengers aboard.

Events in 1947

February 03, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 03, 1947

Newspapers from Feb. 03, 1947

February 03, 1947 was a Monday and it was the 34th day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 03, 1947 can also be written as 2/3/1947 in the US and as 3/2/1947 in UK and Europe.

February 03, 1947 in February 1947 calendar

Famous people born on February 03, 1947:

• Paul Auster

  Acclaimed postmodern novelist and filmmaker known for experimental narratives exploring identity, chance, and metafiction.

• Stephen McHattie

  Canadian character actor known for his distinctive voice and versatile performances in film and television.

• Dave Davies (musician)

  Legendary guitarist and co-founder of the iconic rock band The Kinks, whose innovative guitar work and songwriting significantly influenced...

• Melanie Safka

  Folk singer-songwriter of the 1970s known for her whimsical and compassionate music.

• Maurizio Micheli

  Italian comedian who gained popularity through television comedy shows, particularly the variety program Fantastico.

• André Adoutte
• Beppe Cino
• Bill Deraime
• Dave Davies
• Angel Cenov
• Danièle Hervieu-Léger
• Georgi Kamenski
• Soledad Puértolas
• Emil Paul Tscherrig
• Leonardo Visconti di Modrone
• Paolo Fondato

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on February 3rd

Famous people died on February 03, 1947:

• Marc Mitscher

  American pilot and admiral (d. 1947).

• José Luis Hidalgo
• Sajjan Singh di Ratlam
• Petar Živković

Famous people who died in 1947

Famous people who died on February 3rd

February 03, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 03, 1947 was Open The Door, Richard by Three Flames, according to the music chart for the week February 3rd and February 9th.

1. Three Flames - Open The Door, Richard
2. Count Basie & His Orchestra - Open The Door, Richard!
3. Dusty Fletcher - Open The Door, Richard (Part 1)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 3rd is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 03, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 03, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 03, 1947 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 03, 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 February 03, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 02:50 pm and setting at 06:36 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 07, 1947 while the next full moon would come on Feb 05, 1947.

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Your place in the Universe on February 03, 1947

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Someone born on February 03, 1947 is:

78 years 2 months old,

or 938 months and 20 days old,

or 4081 weeks and 2 days old,

or 28569 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 03, 1947?

There are 286 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 3rd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 03, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 03, 1947.

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