What Happened on July 11, 1955

Historical Events

  • Congress authorizes all US currency to say "In God We Trust"
  • New USAF Academy dedicated at Lowry AFB in Colorado with 300 cadets

Famous Birthdays

  • Sergey Babinov, USSR, ice hockey star (Olympic gold 1972)

Famous Weddings

Clark Gable

"Gone With The Wind" actor Clark Gable (54) weds former fashion model and actress Kay Williams Spreckles (38)

Died in 1955 1955 Highlights

About July 11, 1955

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 9 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Dreamboat - Alma Cogan