Saturday October 18, 1947: on this day

October 18, 1947 was the 291st day of the year 1947, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is October 18, 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 October 18, 1947, who was born and died on October 18, 1947, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 18, 1947, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Lady from 29 Palms by Andrews Sisters), movies (e.g. Christmas Eve, directed by Edwin L. Marin), TV series (e.g. The Handle Bar) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 18th, 1947 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 18, 1947?


October 18, 1947 was a Saturday and it was the 291st day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 18, 1947 can also be written as 10/18/1947 in the US and as 18/10/1947 in UK and Europe.

October 18, 1947 in October 1947 calendar

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October 18, 1947: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 18, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on October 18th, 1947 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 18, 1947: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 18, 1947 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 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 October 18, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 10:48 am and setting at 08:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 30, 1947 while the next full moon would come on Oct 29, 1947.

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Who was born on October 18, 1947?


Famous people born on October 18, 1947:

  • Michael McKean
    Michael McKean

    Michael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...

  • Joe Morton
    Joe Morton

    Nyc, new york -- actor.

  • Luc Jouret

    Belgian-canadian cultist.

  • Laura Nyro

    Nyro, an american singer-songwriter began her songwriting career young.

  • François Boureau

    French doctor who specializes in neurophysiology and pain treatment.

  • Margo Jefferson

    Pulitzer Prize-winning author known for her cultural criticism and memoirs.

  • Job Cohen

    Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset and held various ministerial positions.

  • Paul Chuckle

    English comedian, actor, and screenwriter.

  • Gene Green

    American baseball player (b. 1933).

  • Gary Sullivan

    Australian rugby league player.

  • John Johnson

    American basketball player (d. 2016).

  • Joe Egan

    He was a scottish musician who founded the group stealer's wheel along with gerry rafferty, a long-time friend.

  • Laura Nyro in the Bronx

    New york, usa.

  • Paul Elliott

    Comedian.

  • Carmen Alborch

Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:

  • Zac Efron
    Zac Efron

    American entertainer and actor.

  • Jean-Claude Van Damme
    Jean-Claude Van Damme

    Belgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.

  • Mike Ditka
    Mike Ditka

    Mike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...

  • Erin Moran
    Erin Moran

    Erin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.

  • Norm MacDonald
    Norm MacDonald

    Norm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.

  • Milo Yiannopoulos
    Milo Yiannopoulos

    Milo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...

  • Freida Pinto
    Freida Pinto

    Freida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.

  • Jacques Higelin
    Jacques Higelin

    French musician and singer of pop.

  • Melina Mercouri
    Melina Mercouri

    Greek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).

  • Vincent Spano
    Vincent Spano

    American actor, on tv and stage.

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October 18, 1947: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 76 years 5 months old,

or 917 months and 11 days old,

or 3988 weeks and 6 days old,

or 27922 days old,

if you were born on October 18, 1947.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 18, 1947?

There are 203 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 18, 1947.

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October 18, 1947: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 18, 1947:

  • Michiaki Kamada

    Japanese admiral (b. 1890).

  • Massimo Terzano
  • Charles Treffel
  • Alessandro Da Lisca
  • Ernesto Morandi
  • George Henry Peters
  • August von Brandis

What famous deaths happened on October 18th?

Famous deaths on October 18th:

  • Sylvia Kristel
    Sylvia Kristel

    Dutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).

  • Julie London
    Julie London

    American actress and breathy blues singer.

  • Gwen Verdon
    Gwen Verdon

    American dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.

  • Tsuru Aoki
    Tsuru Aoki

    American actress born in japan (born 1892).

  • Henry Travers
    Henry Travers

    Actor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.

  • Thos Alva Edison

    Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.

  • Thomos Edison

    Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.

  • Primus Babbage

    Primus Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for originating the concept of...

  • Teale Edmund

    Renowned naturalist and author known for his books on wildlife and conservation.

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October 18, 1947: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 18, 1947:

  • Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
  • USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
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October 18, 1947: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 18, 1947 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 13th and October 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 18, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 1947 was The Lady from 29 Palms by Andrews Sisters, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 18, 1947: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 18, 1947 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Lady from 29 Palms
  2. - Civilization (Bongo, Bongo, Bongo)
  3. - An Apple Blossom Wedding

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October 18, 1947: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 18, 1947 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Edwin L. Marin

Starring: George Raft, George Brent, Randolph Scott, Joan Blondell

The Return of Rin Tin Tin

The Return of Rin Tin Tin

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Max Nosseck

Starring: Rin Tin Tin III, Donald Woods, Robert Blake, Claudia Drake

Return of the Bad Men

Return of the Bad Men

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Ray Enright

Starring: Randolph Scott, Robert Ryan, Anne Jeffreys, George 'Gabby' Hayes

That Hagen Girl

That Hagen Girl

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Peter Godfrey

Starring: Ronald Reagan, Shirley Temple, Rory Calhoun, Lois Maxwell

Green Dolphin Street

Green Dolphin Street

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Victor Saville

Starring: Van Heflin, Lana Turner, Donna Reed, Richard Hart

October 18, 1947: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 18, 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 Handle Bar

The Handle Bar

Release year: 1947

Starring: Jimmy Edwards, Charmian Innes, Humphrey Lestocq, Barry Phelps

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Kukla, Fran and Ollie

Kukla, Fran and Ollie

Release year: 1947

Starring: Burr Tillstrom, Cecil Bill, Colonel Richard Crackie, Oliver J. Dragon

Country: United States of America

Seven Arts Quiz

Seven Arts Quiz

Release year: 1947

Starring: Bill Slater

Country: United States of America

Télé-Paris

Télé-Paris

Release year: 1947

Starring: Angelvin, Jacques Chabannes

Country: France

WJLA ABC 7 News

WJLA ABC 7 News

Release year: 1947

Starring: Erik Mueller

Country: United States of America

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Who was the US President on October 18, 1947?

On October 18, 1947 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1947?

On October 18, 1947 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 18, 1947?

On October 18, 1947 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about October 18th?

October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of October. 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 October 18th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
  • 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).

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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 October 1947?

October 1947 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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