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Get your map!The Highlights of 1947: A Year That Shaped the Future
1947 (MCMXLVII in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1947th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 1947 a year special to you? Discover what 1947 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 1947, 1947 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 1947, how old is someone born in 1947 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 1947.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 1947 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What was 1947 known for ?
- Key World Leaders of 1947
- Who was the U.S. President in 1947?
- Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1947?
- Who was the Pope in 1947?
- 1947: Who was Time's Person of the Year?
- What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1947?
- What was the most popular movie in 1947?
- What was the best selling book in 1947?
- How old is someone born in 1947?
- What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1947?
What was 1947 known for ?
- In 1947, following the horrors of the atrocities of the Second World War, a major political event occurred that has had global repercussions for generations. The impact of this event has been felt especially in the Near East. This was the year that Palestine was partitioned and the State of Israel was created.
- In another important political development, albeit with more of a cultural impact for the Anglosphere, this was the year that Princess Elizabeth announced her engagement to Philip Mountbatten. After their marriage and Elizabeth’s ascension to the throne, Philip became Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
- 1947 was also the year that a major political shift occurred in the United States. On the heels of World War II and in the shadow of the developing Cold War, the US took a major step in creating the “national security state” – a major increase in the size and scope of the central government in Washington, DC. This was brought to bear with the National Security Act of 1947, which established what would eventually be called the Department of Defense, established the National Security Council, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). The effects of this Act have been felt in the United States and abroad for decades.
- News highlights in 1947 were not all politics, though. In a major cultural development in the United States, Jackie Robinson started with the Brooklyn Dodgers, becoming the first black athlete to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era, essentially desegregating professional baseball in the US.
- In film, the holiday classic, Miracle on 34th Streetopened in the US and Gentleman’s Agreement, starring Gregory Peck, won Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
- Finally, in a major literary event, Anne Frank’s diary from World War II was published for the first time. The diary was initially published in Amsterdam and then became an international classic, read by generations of students across the world.
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Key World Leaders of 1947
Who was the U.S. President in 1947?
In 1947, Harry S. Truman (Democrat) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from April 12, 1945 to January 20, 1953. His administration ended World War II by using atomic bombs and launched the Marshall Plan to rebuild Europe.
Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1947?
In 1947 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour). His administration established the National Health Service and oversaw the creation of the modern welfare state.
Who was the Pope in 1947?
The leader of the Catholic Church in 1947 was Pope Pius XII who had held the papacy since 1939. During his papacy, he led the Church through World War II, maintaining neutrality while secretly aiding Jewish refugees and opposing totalitarianism.
1947: Who was Time's Person of the Year?
George Marshall
In 1947, George Marshall was named by TIME magazine as Person of the Year. Appointed United States Secretary of State in 1947, Marshall was the architect of the Marshall Plan.
What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1947?
The number 1 song in the USA in 1947, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was Near You by Francis Craig & His Orchestra
What was the most popular movie in 1947?
The most popular movie and box office hit was Life with Father by Michael Curtiz
What was the best selling book in 1947?
How old is someone born in 1947?
Someone born in 1947 is 78 years old this year.
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What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1947?
According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 1947 was the Year of the Pig.
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