What Happened on June 25, 1953

Historical Events

  • 1st passenger to fly commercially around the world < 100 hours
  • 86°F in Anchorage, Alaska

Famous Birthdays

  • Ian Davis, Australian cricket batsman (15 Tests, 1 x 100; NSW CA), born in Sydney, Australia
Born in 1953

Famous Deaths

  • Algy Gehrs, Australian cricketer (6 Tests for Australia 1904-11), dies at 72
1953 Highlights

About June 25, 1953

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 9 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: I'm Walking Behind You - Eddie Fisher with Sally Sweetland