Historical Events
- 28 year old British Mandate over Palestine ends
Event of Interest
73rd Preakness: Eddie Arcaro wins aboard Citation, 2nd leg of successful Triple Crown
Eddie Arcaro
- Australia scores 721 runs in one day v Essex, world record
- Troops from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq and Saudi Arabia attack Israel
Famous Birthdays
- Brian Eno, British rock and ambient musician (Roxy Music, David Bowie, U2, Coldplay), born in Woodbridge, Sussex
Famous Weddings
- Dancer and actress Cyd Charisse (26) weds singer Tony Martin (34)
Famous Deaths
- Edward Flanagan, American priest and founder of Boys Town (b. 1886)
1948 Highlights
About May 15, 1948
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 10 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
