Historical Events
- First modern container ship, the Ideal X, leaves Port Newark, New Jersey for Houston, Texas
Famous Birthdays
- Koo Stark [Kathleen Dee-Anne], American photographer and actress (Emily), born in New York City
Famous Deaths
- Edward Arnold, American actor (Mr Smith Goes to Washington), dies at 66
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About April 26, 1956
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 68 years and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Poor People Of Paris - Winifred Atwell
