About January 1, 1947
January 1, 1947 is the 1st day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 364 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Wednesday.
You can browse the full year 1947 calendar in case you need it.
A person born on this day will be 77 years old today. (Assuming this person is still alive and kicking)
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Capricorn is the sun sign of a person born on this day. Garnet is the modern birthstone for this month. Emerald is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.
Dog is the mythical animal and Fire is the element for a person born on this day if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology (or Chinese zodiac).
What Happened On January 1, 1947
- 1947 –The American and British occupation zones in Germany, after World War II, merge to form the Bizone, that later became West Germany.
- 1947 –The Canadian Citizenship Act 1946 comes into effect, converting British subjects into Canadian citizens. Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King becomes the first Canadian citizen.
Who Were Born On January 1, 1947?
- 1947 –Frances Yip, Hong Kong singer
- 1947 –James K. Glassman, American journalist and diplomat
- 1947 –Jon Corzine, American politician, 54th Governor of New Jersey and former United States Senator from New Jersey
- 1947 –Leonard Thompson, American professional golfer
- 1947 –Paula Tsui, Hong Kong singer
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