Historical Events
- Czechoslovakia's non-communist minister resigns
Famous Birthdays
- A C Fabian, astronomer
- Barry Wordsworth, British conductor (BBC Concert Orchestra; Royal Ballet Orchestra), born in Worcester Park, Surrey, England
- Billy Zoom [Stuart Kindell], American punk rock guitarist (X), born in Savanna, Illinois
- John Browne, group chief executive, British Petroleum Company
1948 Highlights
About February 20, 1948
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 1 month and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces