Historical Events
- Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 5-3 to complete a team record 11-game winning streak; longest win-streak since 1892
Event of Interest
Richard Nixon becomes the first US Vice President to preside over a cabinet meeting
Famous Birthdays
- Willem Dafoe, Wisc, actor (Platoon, Roadhouse 66, Mississippi Burning)
Famous Deaths
- Joseph Foley, American actor (Mr Peepers), dies at 45
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights
About July 22, 1955
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 8 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Dreamboat - Alma Cogan
