Famous Birthdays
- Ann Kelly, American popsinger (The Hues Corporation - "Rock The Boat"), born in Fairfield, Alabama
- Josep Borrell, 22nd President of the European Parliament (2004-07), born in La Pobla de Segur, Lérida, Spain
- Roger D. Kornberg, American biochemist (Nobel 2006), born in St. Louis, Missouri
Famous Deaths
- Willa Cather, American writer (My Ántonia), dies at 73
1947 Highlights
About April 24, 1947
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 1 month and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
