What happened on Saturday February 22, 1947?

Here's what happened on February 22, 1947:

• Establishment of the Free Territory of Trieste The Free Territory of Trieste was formally established, creating a unique international zone between Italy and Yugoslavia, designed to manage territorial disputes in the aftermath of World War II.
• Christian Dior Revolutionizes Fashion with 'New Look' Christian Dior presented his groundbreaking first fashion collection in Paris, introducing the iconic 'New Look' that dramatically transformed post-war fashion. The collection featured cinched waists, full skirts, and a luxurious silhouette that symbolized a return to femininity and elegance after the austerity of World War II.
• Britain Recognizes Bulgarian Communist Government The United Kingdom officially recognized the communist government of Bulgaria, signaling a significant diplomatic shift in the early stages of the Cold War and reflecting the changing geopolitical landscape of post-World War II Europe.
• Mass Arrest of Suspected Nazi Underground Organizers Several hundred Germans were arrested in the British and American occupation zones on suspicion of attempting to establish an underground Nazi organization, demonstrating ongoing efforts to suppress Nazi remnants and ideology in post-war Germany.
• Count Basie's 'Open the Door, Richard' Tops Billboard Chart 'Open the Door, Richard' by Count Basie and His Orchestra reached the top of the Billboard Best Sellers in Stores record chart, highlighting the popularity of big band and jazz music in the late 1940s.
• World's Smallest Radio Unveiled in Chicago A radio set factory in Chicago introduced the world's smallest radio, measuring just 20 cm long and 10 cm high, showcasing technological innovation and miniaturization in consumer electronics.
• Release of 'Cat Fishin'' Tom and Jerry Cartoon The classic animated short 'Cat Fishin'' from the beloved Tom and Jerry series was released, continuing the popular cartoon's legacy of comedic cat-and-mouse interactions.
• Birth of Pirjo Honkasalo, Renowned Film Director Pirjo Honkasalo was born in Helsinki, Finland. She would later become a critically acclaimed film director known for her documentary and artistic filmmaking.
• Birth of George E. Curry, Prominent Journalist George E. Curry was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He would go on to become an influential African American journalist and editor, known for his work in civil rights reporting.

Events in 1947

February 22, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 22, 1947

Newspapers from Feb. 22, 1947

February 22, 1947 was a Saturday and it was the 53rd day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 22, 1947 can also be written as 2/22/1947 in the US and as 22/2/1947 in UK and Europe.

February 22, 1947 in February 1947 calendar

Famous people born on February 22, 1947:

• Harvey Mason

  Renowned jazz drummer known for his work with Fourplay and The Headhunters, a significant figure in contemporary jazz and fusion music.

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on February 22nd

Famous people died on February 22, 1947:

• Giuliano Dacij
• Umberto Fraccacreta
• Marcello Nizzola
• Harry Kendall Thaw

Famous people who died in 1947

Famous people who died on February 22nd

February 22, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 22, 1947 was Anniversary Song by Guy Lombardo & His Royal Canadians, according to the music chart for the week February 17th and February 23rd.

1. Guy Lombardo & His Royal Canadians - Anniversary Song
2. Tex Beneke & The Glenn Miller Orchestra - Anniversary Song

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 22nd is Pisces.

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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 22, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 22, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 22, 1947 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 22, 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 22, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 07:50 am and setting at 08:27 pm.

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 22, 1947

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Someone born on February 22, 1947 is:

78 years 2 months old,

or 938 months and 1 day 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 February 22, 1947?

There are 305 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 22nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 22, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 22, 1947.

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