Historical Events
- 46th Men's French Championships: Jozsef Asboth beats Eric Sturgess (8-6, 7-5, 6-4)
French Open Women's Tennis
French Championships Women's Tennis: In an all-American final Patricia Todd wins her only major singles title beating Doris Hart 6-3, 3-6, 6-4
Event of Interest
President Truman signs National Security Act (1947), establishing Department of Defense, CIA, National Security Council and Joint Chiefs of Staff
- US President Harry S. Truman signs the National Security Act which establishes the Central Intelligence Agency
Famous Birthdays
- Al Anderson, American songwriter and guitarist (NRBQ - "Ridin' In My Car"), born in Windsor, Connecticut
- Pauline Clare, Britain's first female Chief Constable (Lancashire)
About July 26, 1947
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 9 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Leo
