What Happened on April 1, 1947

Historical Events

Shin Takarajima

"Shin Takarajima" (New Treasure Island) by Osamu Tezuka published, first manga cartoon in tankōbon form

  • 1st Jewish immigrants to Israel disembark at Port of Eilat

Famous Birthdays

  • Alain Connes, French mathematician
  • Norm Van Lier, American basketball point guard (NBA All-Star 1974, 76, 77; Chicago Bulls) and broadcaster (Comcast SportsNet), born in East Liverpool, Ohio (d. 2009)
  • Robin Scott, English singer (M), born in London

Famous Deaths

  • George II, King of Greece (192-24 and 1935-47), dies of arteriosclerosis at 56
Died in 1947 1947 Highlights

About April 1, 1947

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 77 years and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aries