Famous Birthdays
- Gregory J. Harbaugh, American astronaut (STS 39, 54, 71, 82), born in Cleveland, Ohio
- Michael Cooper, American NBA star (LA Lakers), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Emile Nolde [Hansen], German painter (Grablegung Christi), dies at 88
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About April 15, 1956
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 68 years and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Poor People Of Paris - Winifred Atwell