What happened on Saturday January 25, 1947?

Here's what happened on January 25, 1947:

• First Electronic Game Patent Filed Thomas Goldsmith Jr. files a groundbreaking patent for a 'Cathode Ray Tube Amusement Device', marking the pioneering moment in electronic gaming history. This device represents an early precursor to modern video games, utilizing cathode ray tube technology to create an interactive electronic entertainment experience.
• Al Capone Dies of Syphilis Notorious Chicago gangster Al Capone passes away at age 48 due to complications from syphilis. Once a powerful and feared criminal during the Prohibition era, Capone's death marks the end of an infamous chapter in American organized crime history.
• Dimitrios Maximos Becomes Greek Prime Minister Dimitrios Maximos assumes the role of Prime Minister of Greece, taking leadership during a critical post-World War II period of political reconstruction and national recovery.
• Croydon Dakota Accident A tragic aviation disaster at Croydon Airport in London results in the death of 12 people. The Croydon Dakota accident underscores the ongoing safety challenges in civil aviation during the mid-20th century.
• Philippine Plane Crash with Valuable Cargo A Philippine aircraft crashes in Hong Kong, carrying a substantial cargo valued at $5 million in gold and money. The incident highlights the complex transportation and economic challenges of the post-war era.

Events in 1947

January 25, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 25, 1947

Newspapers from Jan. 25, 1947

January 25, 1947 was a Saturday and it was the 25th day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 25, 1947 can also be written as 1/25/1947 in the US and as 25/1/1947 in UK and Europe.

January 25, 1947 in January 1947 calendar

Famous people born on January 25, 1947:

• Marjorie Scardino

  Prominent business executive who served as CEO of Pearson PLC, transforming the British publishing house into a global media and education...

• Ángel Nieto

  Legendary Spanish motorcycle racer who was a multiple world champion and one of the most successful riders in motorcycle racing history.

• Robert Zoller

  Renowned medieval astrology expert and scholar who specialized in Arabic parts and occult philosophy.

• Tostão

  Brazilian footballer, physician, and journalist who was a key member of Brazil's 1970 World Cup-winning team.

• Staffan de Mistura

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on January 25th

Famous people died on January 25, 1947:

• Al Capone

  Al Capone was a notorious American gangster who became the boss of the Chicago Outfit during the Prohibition era.

Famous people who died in 1947

Famous people who died on January 25th

January 25, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 25, 1947 was Open The Door, Richard! by Jack McVea & His All-Stars, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

1. Jack McVea & His All-Stars - Open The Door, Richard!
2. Guy Lombardo & His Royal Canadians - Managua, Nicaragua

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 25th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 25, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 25, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 25, 1947 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 25, 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 January 25, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 21% full, rising at 09:21 am and setting at 09:29 pm.

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

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Your place in the Universe on January 25, 1947

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Someone born on January 25, 1947 is:

78 years 2 months old,

or 938 months and 29 days old,

or 4082 weeks and 4 days old,

or 28578 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 25, 1947?

There are 277 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 25th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 25, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 25, 1947.

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