Historical Events
Appointment of Interest
B.R. Ambedkar is appointed chairman of the drafting committee for the Indian constitution
- Constantine Tsaldaris succeeds Maximos as Greek premier
Famous Birthdays
- James Hunt, English auto racer (Formula 1 World Drivers Champion 1976), born in Belmont, Surrey (d. 1993)
- Temple Grandin, American animal welfare and autism expert, born in Boston, Massachusetts
1947 Highlights
About August 29, 1947
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 9 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo
