What Happened on July 9, 1947

Historical Events

Engagement of Interest

Engagement of Britain's Princess Elizabeth and Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten

Historic Event

Spain votes for Franco monarchy

Spanish Dictator and General Francisco Franco

Famous Birthdays

(John) "Mitch" Mitchell, British drummer (Jimi Hendrix Experience), born in Ealing, Middlesex, England (d. 2008)
Haruomi Hosono, Japanese musician (Yellow Magic Orchestra), born in Minato, Tokyo, Japan
Jerney Kaagman, Dutch singer (Earth & Fire), born in The Hague, Netherlands

O.J. Simpson (75 years old)

American College and Pro Football Hall of Fame running back, broadcaster and actor (Heisman Trophy 1968; NFL MVP 1973; Buffalo Bills), born in San Francisco, California