Historical Events
- British seize "Exodus 1947" ship of Jewish immigrants to Palestine
Indian Independence Act
King George VI signs Indian Independence Act
- Tigers shut out Yanks 2-0, end 19 game winning streak
- US begins administering Trust Territory of Pacific Islands
- US President Harry Truman signs Presidential Succession Act
Famous Birthdays
- Ayn Rumen, American actress (Janet-McLean Stevenson Show), born in Brooklyn, New York
- Kurt Mann, American actor (Bad Penny), born in Roslyn, New York
- Steven W. Mahoney, Canadian politician (Member of the Canadian Parliament for Mississauga West), born in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
About July 18, 1947
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 9 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Cancer
