Historical Events
- American boxer Ike Williams knocks out Bob Montgomery in 6 rounds in Philadelphia to unify the world lightweight title
- The Supreme Court of Japan is established
Famous Birthdays
- Klaus Schulze, German electronic music composer (Audentity), born in Berlin
- Paul Layton, English musician and rocker (The New Seekers - "I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing"), born in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, England
1947 Highlights
About August 4, 1947
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 10 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Leo
