What Happened on June 30, 1954

Historical Events

  • Largest check: Internal US Treasury check at $4,176,969,623.57

Famous Birthdays

  • Bryn Burrows, British rock drummer (Fabulous Poodles - "Mirror Star"), born in England
  • Pierre Charles, 5th Prime Minister of Dominica, born in Grand Bay, Dominica (d. 2004)
  • Serzh Sargsyan, Armenian politician, President of Armenia (2008-18), born in Stepanakert, Azerbaijan SSR, Soviet Union

About June 30, 1954

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 9 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Cara Mia - David Whitfield with the Mantovani Orchestra and Chorus