What happened on Saturday March 15, 1947?

Here's what happened on March 15, 1947:

• Sectarian Violence in Punjab Violent clashes erupted between Hindus and Muslims in Punjab, reflecting the escalating tensions leading up to the partition of India and Pakistan. These conflicts were part of the broader communal violence that characterized the period of Indian independence.
• First Black Commissioned Officer in US Navy John Lee was appointed as the first Black commissioned officer in the United States Navy, marking a significant milestone in racial integration of the US military during the post-World War II era.
• 19th Academy Awards The 19th Academy Awards Ceremony was held on March 19, 1947, celebrating outstanding achievements in the film industry during the post-World War II era.
• Cricket Player Profile David Colley, a New South Wales cricket player who later represented Australia in three Test matches in 1972, began his sporting journey around this time.

Events in 1947

March 15, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 15, 1947

Newspapers from Mar. 15, 1947

March 15, 1947 was a Saturday and it was the 74th day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 15, 1947 can also be written as 3/15/1947 in the US and as 15/3/1947 in UK and Europe.

March 15, 1947 in March 1947 calendar

Famous people born on March 15, 1947:

• Billy Crystal

  Renowned American comedian, actor, writer, and producer, famous for his stand-up comedy and roles in iconic films.

• Ry Cooder

  Grammy-winning American musician known for his versatile guitar skills and world music productions, particularly his influential work with...

• Raymond-Max Aubert
• Stomu Yamashta
• Carlo Fontana

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on March 15th

Famous people died on March 15, 1947:

• Lucien Rudaux

Famous people who died in 1947

Famous people who died on March 15th

March 15, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 15, 1947 was How Are Things in Glocca Mora? by Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week March 10th and March 16th.

1. Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra - How Are Things in Glocca Mora?

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 15th 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 15, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 15, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 15, 1947 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 15, 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 15, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 02:02 am and setting at 11:55 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on March 15, 1947

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Someone born on March 15, 1947 is:

78 years 1 month old,

or 937 months and 29 days old,

or 4078 weeks and 4 days old,

or 28550 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 15, 1947?

There are 305 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 15th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 15, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 15, 1947.

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