What Happened on July 19, 1947

Historical Events

Prime Minister of shadow Burma government, Bogyoke Aung San and 6 of his cabinet and 2 non-cabinet members assassinated by armed paramilitaries

Bernie Leadon, American guitarist, mandolinist, banjo player, and vocalist (Flying Burrito Brothers; Eagles, 1971-75 & 2013-16 - "Take It Easy"), born in Minneapolis, Minnesota

British rock guitarist (Queen - "Bohemian Rhapsody"; "We Are The Champions"), astrophycicist, and knight, born in London, England

Hans-Jürgen Kreische, East German footballer, born in Dresden, Germany
Mike Dutfield, documentary producer, born in Chingford, Essex, England (d. 1995)

Burmese general and nationalist politician, assassinated by armed paramilitaries along with 6 members of his cabinet at 32

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 8 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

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