What happened on Thursday March 06, 1947?

Here's what happened on March 06, 1947:

• British Parliament Votes on Indian Independence In a significant political moment, the British Parliament decisively defeated a Conservative motion opposing the planned withdrawal from India by June 1948. The vote of 337 to 185 signaled the advancing process of decolonization and India's impending independence.
• First US 4-Engine Jet Bomber Test Flight The XB-45, a groundbreaking four-engine jet bomber, completed its inaugural test flight at Muroc, California, marking a significant milestone in US military aviation technology and the post-World War II advancement of jet propulsion.
• USS Newport News: First Air-Conditioned Warship The USS Newport News was launched in Virginia, distinguished as the first completely air-conditioned warship, representing a significant advancement in naval comfort and technology for military personnel.
• Notable Births on March 6, 1947 Several notable individuals were born on this date: Kiki Dee, an English singer-songwriter known for her hit 'Don't Go Breaking My Heart'; Rob Reiner, a prominent actor, filmmaker, and activist; Dick Fosbury, an innovative American high jumper; and Teru Miyamoto, a Japanese author.

Events in 1947

March 06, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 06, 1947

Newspapers from Mar. 06, 1947

March 06, 1947 was a Thursday and it was the 65th day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 06, 1947 can also be written as 3/6/1947 in the US and as 6/3/1947 in UK and Europe.

March 06, 1947 in March 1947 calendar

Famous people born on March 06, 1947:

• John Stossel

  American journalist, stossle was the pioneer of consumer reporting on tv.

• Martin Kove

  Martin Kove is an American actor best known for his roles in action films, particularly as John Kreese in the 'Karate Kid' movie series.

• Robert Reiner

  Rob Reiner is a multifaceted American entertainer renowned for his iconic role in 'All in the Family' and his successful career as a film...

• Dick Fosbury

  Dick Fosbury was an innovative American high jumper who revolutionized the sport by introducing the 'Fosbury Flop' technique, winning...

• Anna Maria Horsford

  American actress.

• Kiki Dee

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on March 6th

Famous people died on March 06, 1947:

• Auguste Champetier de Ribes
• Halford Mackinder

Famous people who died in 1947

Famous people who died on March 6th

March 06, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 06, 1947 was That's How Much I Love You by Frank Sinatra, according to the music chart for the week March 3rd and March 9th.

1. Frank Sinatra - That's How Much I Love You
2. Louis Jordan & His Tympany Five - Open The Door, Richard
3. Charioteers - Open the Door, Richard
4. Andy Russell - Anniversary Song
5. Martha Tilton - How Are Things in Glocca Mora?

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 6th is Pisces.

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Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 06, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 06, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 06, 1947 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 06, 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 March 06, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 05:25 pm and setting at 06:59 am.

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

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Someone born on March 06, 1947 is:

78 years 2 months old,

or 938 months and 8 days old,

or 4079 weeks and 6 days old,

or 28559 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 06, 1947?

There are 296 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday March 6th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 06, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 06, 1947.

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