Historical Events
Assassination
Prime Minister of shadow Burma government, Bogyoke Aung San and 6 of his cabinet and 2 non-cabinet members assassinated by armed paramilitaries
Famous Birthdays
- Bernie Leadon, American guitarist, mandolinist, banjo player, and vocalist (Flying Burrito Brothers; Eagles, 1971-75 & 2013-16 - "Take It Easy"), born in Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Brian May, British rock guitarist (Queen - "Bohemian Rhapsody"; "We Are The Champions"), born in London, England
- Hans-Jürgen Kreische, East German footballer, born in Dresden, Germany
- Mike Dutfield, documentary producer, born in Chingford, Essex, England (d. 1995)
Famous Deaths
Aung San (1915-1947)
Burmese general and nationalist politician, assassinated by armed paramilitaries along with 6 members of his cabinet at 32
- U Razak, Burmese politician (b. 1898)
1947 Highlights
About July 19, 1947
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 10 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Cancer
