Historical Events
- Treaty drawn up for establishment of International Patent Institute
Famous Birthdays
- Ada Kok, Dutch swimmer (Olympic gold 200m butterfly 1968; silver 100m butterfly, 4×100m medley 1964), born in Amsterdam, Netherlands
- David Blunkett, English blind politician, Home Secretary (2001-4), born in Sheffield, England
- Marion Coakes, English equestrian rider (World C'ship gold Individual Jumping 1965; Olympic silver 1968), born in New Milton, England
- Robert Englund, American actor (Freddy vs. Jason, A Nightmare on Elm Street), born in Glendale, California
- Terry Williams, American singer-songwriter, and guitarist (The First Edition - "Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)"), born in Hollywood, California
Famous Deaths
- Norman Reid, cricketer (Test S Af v Aust 1921-22, 11 & 6, 2-63), dies
1947 Highlights
About June 6, 1947
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 11 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
