What Happened on March 15, 1953

Historical Events

Golf Tournament

LPGA Titleholders Championship Women's Golf, Augusta CC: Patty Berg wins her 5th Titleholders title by 9 strokes from Betsy Rawls

  • West Germany loses in soccer to Netherlands, 2-1

Famous Birthdays

  • Colin Croft, West Indian cricket fast bowler (27 Tests, 125 wickets; Guyana, Demerara, Lancashire CCC) and broadcaster (BBC, Sky Sports), born in Lancaster Village, Demerara, British Guiana
  • Judi Spiers, TV presenter
  • Richard Bruton, Irish politician

Famous Deaths

  • Arthur Berry, English football player (Olympic gold 1908, 12), dies at 65
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights

About March 15, 1953

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 1 month and 13 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: She Wears Red Feathers - Guy Mitchell