Historical Events
- Belgian race car driver André Milhoux (27) runs in his only Grand Prix driving a Gordini T32 in Germany; forced to retire after 15 laps due to engine problem
- KUAM TV channel 8 in Agana, Guam (CBS/ABC/NBC) begins broadcasting
- WCYB TV channel 5 in Bristol-Kingsport, Virginia (NBC) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Ferdi Bolland, Dutch singer, guitarist (Bolland & Bolland - "Spaceman"), songwriter, and record producer, born in Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Maureen McCormick (67 years old)
American actress (The Brady Bunch- "Marcia"), born in Encino, California
Famous Weddings
Shirley Jones
American actress-singer Shirley Jones (22) weds film and stage actor-singer Jack Cassidy (29); divorce in 1975
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About August 5, 1956
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Whatever Will Be Will Be - Doris Day
