Historical Events
- Emergency crisis proclaimed in Kenya
Famous Birthdays
- Dave McLelland, Canadian NHL goaltender (Vancouver Canucks), born in Penticton, British Columbia
- Melanie Mayron, American actress (30 Something, Car Wash, Missing), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Basil Radford, British actor (The Lady Vanishes, Whiskey Galore, Night Train), dies from a heart attack at 55
Died in 1952 1952 Highlights
About October 20, 1952
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 6 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
