A Divided Land: The UN’s Historic Partition of Palestine
On November 29, 1947, the United Nations General Assembly voted on Resolution 181, recommending the partition of Palestine into separate Jewish and Arab states, with Jerusalem under international administration. This pivotal decision marked a turning point in the history of the Middle East, shaping the contours of the region’s geopolitics and sowing seeds of conflict […]
A Royal Union: The Marriage of Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten
On November 20, 1947, a joyous occasion unfolded at Westminster Abbey as Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen Elizabeth II, married Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh. Their union not only captured the hearts of the British public but also marked the beginning of a long-lasting royal marriage that would endure for over seven decades. This historic […]
Hollywood Under Scrutiny: Congress Investigates Communism in 1947
On October 20, 1947, the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) held its first hearings to investigate alleged communist influence in the American film industry. This event marked the beginning of a tumultuous period in Hollywood history, characterized by fear, paranoia, and widespread allegations of communist sympathies among artists and creators. The investigation would have lasting […]
Breaking the Sound Barrier: Chuck Yeager’s Historic Flight
On October 14, 1947, U.S. Air Force Captain Chuck Yeager achieved a monumental milestone in aviation history by becoming the first person to break the sound barrier. Piloting the Bell X-1, an experimental rocket-powered aircraft, Yeager’s flight not only marked a significant technological achievement but also opened the door for advancements in military and civilian […]
A Home Run for Broadcasting: The First Televised World Series
On September 30, 1947, a significant milestone in sports history occurred when the World Series was broadcast on television for the first time. This momentous event not only changed how fans experienced baseball but also revolutionized the relationship between sports and media. The series, which featured the New York Yankees facing the Brooklyn Dodgers, marked […]
Jackie Robinson Becomes First African American Player in MLB
In 1947, Jackie Robinson makes history by becoming the first African American player to break the color barrier in Major League Baseball, debuting for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Robinson’s courage, skill, and resilience in the face of racial discrimination pave the way for integration in professional sports and inspire generations of athletes to overcome barriers and […]
The Transistor is Demonstrated
A revolutionary breakthrough occurred on December 23rd, 1947, when physicists John Bardeen, Walter Brattain, and William Shockley at Bell Labs successfully demonstrated the transistor. This invention laid the foundation for modern electronics.
Howard Hughes’ “Spruce Goose” Makes First and Only Flight
The Hughes H-4 Hercules, commonly known as the “Spruce Goose,” flew for the first and only time on November 2nd, 1947. This massive wooden aircraft, designed by Howard Hughes, holds the record for the largest wingspan of any aircraft ever built.
Breaking The Sound Barrier
Seventy-five years ago, on October 14, 1947, the Bell X-1 Glamorous Glennis, piloted by U.S. Air Force Captain Charles E. “Chuck” Yeager, became the first airplane to fly faster than the speed of sound (Mach 1).
White House Address
The first televised White House address was delivered by President Harry S. Truman, ushering in a new era of communication between the President and the American public.