Historical Events
Event of Interest
US General Eisenhower opens drive to raise $170M in aid for European Jews
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Famous Birthdays
- Anton Mosimann, Swiss chef (Dorchester Hotel), born in Solothurn, Swiss Jura
- Colin Sanders, British computer engineer (Solid State Logic)
- Geoff Cope, cricketer (England off-spinner 1977-78)
- John McWethy, American journalist (d. 2008)
- Pia Kjærsgaard, Danish politician
- Shakira Caine, Guyana, actress (Man Who be King)/Miss Guyana (1967)
1947 Highlights
About February 23, 1947
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 5 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Pisces
