Friday June 20, 1947: on this day

June 20, 1947 was the 171st day of the year 1947, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.

Is June 20, 1947 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on June 20, 1947, who was born and died on June 20, 1947, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 20, 1947, which were the most popular songs (ex. Peg O' My Heart by Three Suns), movies (e.g. The Perils of Pauline, directed by George Marshall), TV series (e.g. The Wife Saver) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 20th, 1947 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 20, 1947?


June 20, 1947 was a Friday and it was the 171st day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 20, 1947 can also be written as 6/20/1947 in the US and as 20/6/1947 in UK and Europe.

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June 20, 1947: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 20, 1947:

  • Benjamin 'bugsy' siegel, gangster, shot dead in beverly hills, california.
  • Us president harry truman vetoes taft-hartley act.

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June 20, 1947: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 20th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 20, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 20, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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June 20, 1947: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 20, 1947 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 20, 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 June 20, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 06:58 am and setting at 10:47 pm.

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

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Who was born on June 20, 1947?


Famous people born on June 20, 1947:

  • Duong Thu Huong

    Duong Thu Huong is a prominent Vietnamese novelist and dissident known for her critical portrayal of the Vietnamese government.

  • François Huwart

    French politician and mayor of nogent-le-rotrou, since 1989.

  • Gérard Collomb

    Gérard collomb is a french politician who served as the mayor of lyon and as the minister of the interior of france.

  • Dolores Brooks (LaLa)

    American pop singer.

  • Jim Walsh

    American basketball player (born 1930).

  • John Forbes

    Horse trainer.

  • James T. Walsh

    Politician.

  • John Ralston Saul

    Author.

  • Salman Rushdie

    Novelist.

  • Dolores Brooks

    American singer (the crystals).

  • American-english singer-songwriter (the crystals).

  • Ray East

    English cricketer.

  • Candy Clark

    American actress.

  • David French

    British director (deep sleep, bingo).

  • Josef Clemens

    German bishop and secretary of the pontifical council for the laity.

  • Ivo Milazzo

    Comic book artist from italy.

  • Gérard Pussey
  • Ulf Ranhagen

Whose famous birthday is on June 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 20th:

  • Nicole Kidman
    Nicole Kidman

    American actress, known for her energetic roles and her marriage to tom cruise.

  • Lionel Richie
    Lionel Richie

    Lionel richie is an american r&b singer known for hits like 'hello' and 'all night long'.

  • Danny Aiello
    Danny Aiello

    Danny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.

  • Brian Wilson
    Brian Wilson

    American musician and the eccentric genius behind "the beach boys", a composer and producer, who quit touring with the group at the age of...

  • Errol Flynn
    Errol Flynn

    Australian-american actor.

  • John Goodman
    John Goodman

    American actor.

  • Martin Landau
    Martin Landau

    He was an american actor who appeared in more than 500 episodes of tv and is also a well-known figure in movies.

  • Audie Murphy
    Audie Murphy

    American actor and soldier, murphy was the most decorated soldier of ww ii.

  • Anne Murray
    Anne Murray

    Canadian-american country and contemporary pop singer, who has won numerous awards.

  • Dreama Walker
    Dreama Walker

    American actress.

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June 20, 1947: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 76 years 10 months old,

or 922 months and 4 days old,

or 4009 weeks and 5 days old,

or 28068 days old,

if you were born on June 20, 1947.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 20, 1947?

There are 57 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 20, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 20, 1947.

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June 20, 1947: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 20, 1947:

  • Bugsy Siegel

    American gangster involved in narcotics and gambling, book-making and jewel and fur theft, as well as opium and opium dealings.

  • Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel

    Gangster, shot dead in beverly hills cal.

  • Wilfred Hudson Osgood
  • John Edward Lloyd
  • Bugsy Siegel (Benjamin Siegelbaum

What famous deaths happened on June 20th?

Famous deaths on June 20th:

  • Ina Balin
    Ina Balin

    American actress known for her roles in films like 'From the Terrace' and 'The Comancheros.

  • Estelle Winwood
    Estelle Winwood

    Actress (miracle on 34th street), is killed at 99.

  • Xylan Nova

    Physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Undray Smith

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.

  • Muriah Khan

    Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.

  • Clee Harper

    Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms and inspired change.

  • Ceria Malam

    Captured stunning black and white images of urban landscapes.

  • Charmeka Johnson

    Bestselling author known for her impactful literary works.

  • Adaja Smith

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.

  • Jimel Johnson

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.

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June 20, 1947: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 20, 1947:

  • American Radio Relay League ? Bring your Handy-Talky to Work Day
  • West Virginia ? West Virginia Day.
  • Flag Day in Argentina (1938).
  • UNHCR - World Refugee Day.
  • Ancient Latvia ? Zalu Diena.
  • Roman Empire ? Festival in honor of Summanus.
  • Day of The Royal Victorian Order.

Observances on June 20, 1947:

  • World Refugee Day
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June 20, 1947: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 20, 1947 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 16th and June 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 20, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 20, 1947 was Peg O' My Heart by Three Suns, according to the music chart for the week June 16th and June 22nd.

June 20, 1947: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 20, 1947 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 16th and June 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Peg O' My Heart
  2. - Peg O' My Heart

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June 20, 1947: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 20, 1947 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Perils of Pauline

The Perils of Pauline

Release year: 1947

Directed by: George Marshall

Starring: Betty Hutton, John Lund, Billy De Wolfe, William Demarest

Thunder Mountain

Thunder Mountain

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Lew Landers

Starring: Tim Holt, Martha Hyer, Richard Martin, Steve Brodie

Gunfighters

Gunfighters

Release year: 1947

Directed by: George Waggner

Starring: Randolph Scott, Barbara Britton, Dorothy Hart, Bruce Cabot

Ivy

Ivy

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Sam Wood

Starring: Joan Fontaine, Patric Knowles, Herbert Marshall, Richard Ney

Heartaches

Heartaches

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Basil Wrangell

Starring: Sheila Ryan, Edward Norris, Chill Wills, Kenneth Farrell

June 20, 1947: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 20, 1947 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Wife Saver

The Wife Saver

Release year: 1947

Starring: Allen Prescott

Country: United States of America

In the Kelvinator Kitchen

In the Kelvinator Kitchen

Release year: 1947

Starring: Ray Forrest, Alma Kitchell

Country: United States of America

Birthday Party

Birthday Party

Release year: 1947

Starring: Ted Brown, Aunt Grace, Bill Slater

Country: United States of America

Café Continental

Café Continental

Release year: 1947

Written by:

Starring: Claude Frederic

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Who was the US President on June 20, 1947?

On June 20, 1947 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 20, 1947?

On June 20, 1947 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on June 20, 1947?

On June 20, 1947 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about June 20th?

June 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of June. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on June 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - After it was allegedly violating iranian airspace, the islamic revolutionary guard corps shot down an american rq-4 global hawk spy plane.
  • 2018 - Sinking of the mv sinar bangun. the ferry, designed to carry 43 passengers, sinks at tigaras, lake toba in north sumatra. 192 people are reported missing.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war, military intervention against isil: after russia threatened that any u.s.-led coalition aircraft flying west of euphrates would be considered a target, the royal australian air force (raaf), suspends combat operations against isil in syria. (the guardian). a u.s. f-15 destroys an iranian shahed 129 drone close to the jordan-syria border, where u.s. ground troops are based.

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What happened in 1947?

1947 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Dizzy Gillespie presented his 1st Carnegie Hall concert in New York
  • Former Yank manager Joe McCarthy signs to manage Red Sox
  • Record World Series crowd of 73,365 at Yankee Stadium

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What was the calendar for June 1947?

June 1947 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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