Historical Events
- PC Hooft prize forms for literature
Famous Birthdays
- Ann Hui, director (Boat People)
- Bernard Comrie, English linguist
- Jane Kenyon, American poet (d. 1995)
Famous Deaths
- Charles-Ferdinand Ramuz, Swiss writer (Le Petit Village), dies at 68
Died in 1947 1947 Highlights
About May 23, 1947
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 11 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
