Historical Events
Music Premiere
Benjamin Britten's "Beggar's Opera" premieres at Arts Theatre, Cambridge, England
Famous Birthdays
- Ernst Jansz, Dutch keyboardist and singer (Doe Maar), born in Amsterdam
Famous Deaths
- Alfred Kastner, Austrian-American harpist and composer, dies at 78
- Jacques Feyder, Belgian director and screenwriter (b. 1885)
1948 Highlights
About May 24, 1948
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 8 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
