What Happened on July 15, 1955

Historical Events

  • 18 Nobel laureates sign the Mainau Declaration against nuclear weapons, later co-signed by 34 more laureates
  • WNDU TV channel 16 in South Bend, IN (NBC) begins broadcasting

Famous Deaths

  • Marie-Louise de Baufremont, wife of Prince Jean de Merode of Netherlands, dies at 81
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights

About July 15, 1955

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Dreamboat - Alma Cogan