Historical Events
- NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a record 32 game road losing streak (12 games in 1952-53; 20 games in 1953-54) with a 73-66 defeat at the Indianapolis Olympians
Famous Deaths
- Guccio Gucci, Italian founder of Gucci fashion house, dies at 71
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About January 2, 1953
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Here In My Heart - Al Martino
