Historical Events
- South African cricket opening batsman Jackie McGlew scores an unbeaten 255 in 1st Test win against New Zealand in Wellington
Famous Birthdays
- Jules Shear, American rock musician and songwriter ("If She Knew What She Wants"), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Kenny Aronoff, American drummer (John Mellencamp), born in Albany, New York
Famous Deaths
- Edward Sedgwick, American film director (The Flaming Frontier, Let 'er Buck), dies of a heart attack at 63
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About March 7, 1953
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 1 month and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: She Wears Red Feathers - Guy Mitchell
