Historical Events
- Espionage & Sabotage Act of 1954 signed in the US, prompted by the cold war
- Pope Pius X canonized a saint
- The German U-Boat U-505 began its move from a specially constructed dock to its final site at Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry.
- The People's Liberation Army begin shelling the ROC-controlled islands of Quemoy & Amoy
Famous Deaths
- Eugene Pallette, American actor (The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Mark of Zorro), dies at 65
Died in 1954 1954 Highlights
About September 3, 1954
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 7 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cara Mia - David Whitfield with the Mantovani Orchestra and Chorus
