Historical Events
- CBS news correspondent George Polk's body is found in Greece
President Chaim Weizmann
Chaim Weizmann elected 1st President of Israel
- Egyptians enter Gaza
- First chess world championship since WWII; Russian player Mikhail Botvinnik wins a 5-player tournament to begin 20-year Russian domination
- Israel issues its 1st postage stamps
Famous Birthdays
- Alto Reed [Thomas Cartmell], American saxophonist (Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band), born in Detroit, Michigan (d. 2020)
- Katia Dandoulaki, Greek actress
About May 16, 1948
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 4 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
