Historical Events
- KTVA TV channel 11 in Anchorage (CBS) becomes Alaska's 1st TV station
Famous Birthdays
- Bess Armstrong, American actress (Julia-On Our Own, 4 Seasons, Jaws), born in Baltimore, Maryland
- Peter Isacksen, American actor (CPO Sharkey, Jessie), born in Fullerton, California
Famous Deaths
- Albert Coates, English conductor and composer (Eagle; Pickwick), dies at 78
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About December 11, 1953
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 4 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Answer Me - David Whitfield
