What Happened on March 28, 1947

Famous Birthdays

  • Bruce Gilbert, English producer (China Syndrome, 9 to 5, On Golden Pond), born in Watford, Hertfordshire, England
  • John Landecker, American disk jockey, born in Michigan

Famous Deaths

  • Johnny Evers, American Baseball HOF 2nd baseman (World Series 1907, 08 Chicago Orphans/Cubs; WS & NL MVP 1914 Boston Braves) and manager (Chicago Cubs/WS), dies of a cerebral hemorrhage at 65
  • Karol ƚwierczewski, Polish general (b. 1897)
  • Rudolph Simonsen, Danish composer (Olympic Arts bronze, 1928 - Symphony No. 2 (Hellas)), and educator (Royal Danish Academy, 1916-47), dies at 57
Died in 1947 1947 Highlights

About March 28, 1947

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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