Historical Events
Sports History
MLB manager merry-go-round: Philadelphia Phillies - Ben Chapman out / Eddie Sawyer in; NY Giants - Mel Ott out / Leo Durocher in; Brooklyn Dodgers - Durocher out / Burt Shotton in
Famous Birthdays
- Pinchas Zukerman, Israeli-American violinist (Leventritt Prize, 1967), conductor (St. Paul Chamber, 1980-87; National Arts Centre (Canada), 1999-2015), and pedagogue, born in Tel Aviv, Israel
- Rubén Blades, Panamanian singer and actor, born in Panama City, Panama
1948 Highlights
About July 16, 1948
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 10 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
