What Happened on April 7, 1956

Historical Events

  • 10th NBA Championship: Despite 30 points from Pistons forward George Yardley, Philadelphia Warriors beat Fort Wayne, 99-88; Warriors wrap up series, 4-1
  • France officially relinquished its protectorate in Morocco., Spain follows suit for regions of her protectorate in northern Morocco

Famous Birthdays

  • Annika Billström, Swedish politician
  • Christopher Darden, American O.J. Simpson prosecutor

About April 7, 1956

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 68 years and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Poor People Of Paris - Winifred Atwell