What happened on Sunday February 09, 1947?

Here's what happened on February 09, 1947:

• British Intercept Jewish Refugee Ship During Post-War Migration The wooden brigantine Lanegev, carrying 647 Jewish refugees attempting to reach Palestine, was intercepted by the British Royal Navy destroyer HMS Chieftain off the Palestinian coast near Caesarea. A confrontation ensued, with refugees resisting capture by throwing bottles and iron bars. British sailors deployed tear gas to control the situation. Following the incident, one refugee died in hospital, and the entire group was forcibly transported to Cyprus, highlighting the complex post-World War II Jewish migration challenges.
• Willie Sutton Escapes Philadelphia Jail Notorious bank robber Willie Sutton, famous for his audacious bank heists, successfully escaped from jail in Philadelphia, adding to his legendary status as a cunning criminal who repeatedly eluded law enforcement.
• Major Harris, R&B Singer, Born Major Harris, an influential American R&B singer known for his hit song 'Love Won't Let Me Wait', was recognized on this date. Harris would become a significant voice in the rhythm and blues music scene.

Events in 1947

February 09, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 09, 1947

Newspapers from Feb. 09, 1947

February 09, 1947 was a Sunday and it was the 40th day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 09, 1947 can also be written as 2/9/1947 in the US and as 9/2/1947 in UK and Europe.

February 09, 1947 in February 1947 calendar

Famous people born on February 09, 1947:

• Carla Del Ponte
• Erik Olin Wright

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on February 9th

February 09, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 09, 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 9th 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 09, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 09, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 09, 1947 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 09, 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 09, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 72% full, rising at 08:59 pm and setting at 09:51 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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Your place in the Universe on February 09, 1947

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Someone born on February 09, 1947 is:

78 years 2 months old,

or 938 months and 14 days old,

or 4080 weeks and 3 days old,

or 28563 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 09, 1947?

There are 292 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 9th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 09, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 09, 1947.

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