Historical Events
- Confirmation of the first detection of the neutrino by Clyde Cowan, Frederick Reines, F. B. Harrison, H. W. Kruse, and A. D. McGuire published in "Science" (Cowan–Reines neutrino experiment)
- France recognizes Tunisian independence
- Great Britain refuses to lend Egypt money to build a second Aswan Dam
- US performs atmospheric nuclear Test at Bikini Island
Whitey Ford's 6th Straight Strike Out
Yankee pitcher Whitey Ford ties AL record of 6 straight strike-outs
Famous Birthdays
- Charlie Magri, Tunisian British world champ flyweight boxer (1983), born in Tunis, Tunisia
- Jim Prentice, Canadian politician, Premier of Alberta (2014-15), born in South Porcupine, Ontario (d. 2016)
- Michael Gordon, American contemporary classical composer (Natural History; Anonymous Man), and new music promoter (Bang on a Can Festival), born in Miami, Florida
Mima Jausovec (67 years old)
Yugoslavian tennis player (French Open-1977), born in Maribor, Yugoslavia
- Paul Cook, English rock drummer (Sex Pistols), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- James Alexander Calder, Canadian politician, dies at 87
- Ken Burn, Australian cricketer (Tasmanian rep on 1890 Ashes tour, 2 Tests), dies at 93
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About July 20, 1956
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Why Do Fools Fall In Love - Teenagers Featuring Frankie Lymon
