The National Security Act of 1947 becomes effective on this day, creating the United States Air Force, National Security Council and the Central Intelligence Agency.

Jul 22, 2015 · Historical events from year 1947. Learn about 338 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1947 or search by date or keyword.

Sep 25, 2024 · Discover the most significant events of 1947, from world-changing political decisions to cultural milestones. Explore the key moments that shaped history during this …

In 1947, both India and Pakistan won independence from Great Britain. America launched the Marshall Plan to help war-torn Europe rebuild, and the U.N. partitioned Palestine, creating the …

Sep 25, 2025 · Scientific advances and renewed international cooperation coexisted with growing ideological tension, defining 1947 as a year of both reconstruction and uncertainty. To take a …

Jun 19, 2025 · Discover 26 fascinating facts about the pivotal year 1947, from historical events to cultural milestones that shaped the world.

Best Actress: Loretta Young ... "The Farmer's Daughter" The prize was awarded jointly to: THE FRIENDS SERVICE COUNCIL (The Quakers), London. Founded in 1647. THE AMERICAN …

Full 12-month 1947 Calendar plus selected historical events of 1947.

July 26 – Cold War: President Truman signs the National Security Act of 1947 into law, creating the Central Intelligence Agency, the Department of Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the …

Thor Heyerdahl undertook his Kon-Tiki expedition in 1947, in which he sailed 8,000 km (5,000 mi) across the Pacific Ocean in a hand-built raft from South America to the Tuamotu Islands to …