Discover what happened on 16 April 1947 in history! This day marks a series of notable events, famous births, and significant deaths. Explore the details below to learn more about the historical happenings of this day. On this day, history comes alive!
Deaths
- Rudolf Höss (German war criminal, commandant of Auschwitz (1901–1947))
- Theodorus Loncin
- Julia Vanden Boogaerde
- Lucy Wamsley (British nurse (1871–1947))