What happened on Friday May 16, 1947?

Here's what happened on May 16, 1947:

• Friedrich-Wilhelm Müller Executed for War Crimes Friedrich-Wilhelm Müller, a German general, was executed by firing squad in Greece for war crimes. This execution was another significant moment in the post-war judicial process to hold Nazi military personnel accountable for their actions during World War II.
• Bruno Bräuer Executed for War Crimes Bruno Bräuer, a German paratrooper, was executed by firing squad in Greece for war crimes. This execution was part of the broader post-World War II efforts to bring Nazi war criminals to justice.
• Viet Minh Executes Religious Leader The Viet Minh announced the execution of Huỳnh Phú Sổ, a leader of the Hòa Hảo religious movement. This action represented a significant political move to suppress religious and political opposition during the tumultuous period preceding the First Indochina War.
• Dominican Republic Elections General elections were held in the Dominican Republic, marking a rare moment of apparent democratic process. Despite the presence of multiple candidates, incumbent dictator Rafael Trujillo maintained his authoritarian grip by claiming 93% of the vote, effectively preserving his total control.
• Death of Frederick Hopkins, Biochemist Frederick Hopkins, a distinguished English biochemist and Nobel laureate, passed away. Hopkins was renowned for his significant contributions to biochemistry and nutritional science.
• Death of Philipp Lenard, Physicist Philipp Lenard, a German physicist and Nobel laureate, passed away. Despite his scientific contributions, Lenard was also known for his controversial political views and support of Nazi ideology.
• Italy Joins International Civil Aviation Organization The International Civil Aviation Organization unanimously voted to accept Italy as a member, three days after excluding Spain. This decision followed a recommendation from the United Nations General Assembly, reflecting the post-World War II diplomatic realignments.
• US Telephone Operators' Strike Ends The six-week-long telephone operators' strike in the United States concluded with workers agreeing to a two-year, no-strike contract. The agreement included an average wage increase of 11½ cents per hour, representing a significant labor negotiation of the post-war era.
• Birth of Barbara Lee, Singer of The Chiffons Barbara Lee was born, who would later become a notable American singer, member of the popular group The Chiffons, known for their hit song "He's So Fine".

Events in 1947

May 16, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 16, 1947

Newspapers from May. 16, 1947

May 16, 1947 was a Friday and it was the 136th day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 16, 1947 can also be written as 5/16/1947 in the US and as 16/5/1947 in UK and Europe.

May 16, 1947 in May 1947 calendar

Famous people born on May 16, 1947:

• Bill Smitrovich

  American character actor known for roles in crime dramas and television series like Miami Vice, with a substantial career in film and TV.

• Janette Tough

  Scottish comedian famous for her comedy act 'The Krankies' with her husband Ian, where she portrays the cheeky character 'Wee Jimmy'.

• Claude Picasso

  Photographer and son of the legendary artist Pablo Picasso, known for his work in visual arts.

• Darrell Sweet

  Drummer for the Scottish rock band Nazareth, known for his significant contribution to the band's sound.

• Paolo Sinigaglia

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on May 16th

Famous people died on May 16, 1947:

• Frederick Gowland Hopkins

  English biochemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1861).

• Kalle Hakala

  Finnish politician (b. 1880).

• Zhang Lingfu

  Chinese general (b. 1903).

• Michael Joseph Curley
• Augusta Bellingham

Famous people who died in 1947

Famous people who died on May 16th

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th is Taurus.

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May 16, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 16, 1947 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 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 16, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 03:44 am and setting at 04:52 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 05, 1947 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1947.

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Someone born on May 16, 1947 is:

77 years 11 months old,

or 935 months and 28 days old,

or 4069 weeks and 5 days old,

or 28488 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 16, 1947.

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