1948

History of the Doctor Who Universe

 * The year that the olympic games had last been held in britain before the 30th olympiad in 2012. The Doctor sat through it twice, he enjoyed so much.

January

 * 2 - Deborah Watling, who portrayed companion Victoria Waterfield, is born in Fulmer Chase, Buckinghamshire, England.

February

 * 1 - Elisabeth Sladen, who portrayed companion Sarah Jane Smith, is born in Liverpool, England.