1947

1947 was a common year starting on Wednesday. It was preceded by 1946 and succeeded by 1948.

Events

 * Football clubs Cape Cross FC and Olympia Koningstad L.F.C. are founded
 * The first Tour Brunant is held

Births

 * 20 January: Jayne Bell, singer and model
 * 11 May: Jan Soomer-Delsen, actor
 * 11 June: Abe Costello, film director
 * 14 August: Enrico Soas, playwright