Historical Events
- WKNO TV channel 10 in Memphis, Tennessee (PBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Anthony Bourdain, American-French celebrity chef, author, and TV personality considered one of the most influential chefs in the world (No Reservations, Parts Unknown), born in New York City (d. 2018)
- Bongiwe (Bongi) Dhlomo-Mautloa, South African artist, born in Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Boris Trajkovski, 2nd President of the Republic of Macedonia, born in Monospitovo, Strumica, SR Macedonia, Yugoslavia (d. 2004)
Famous Deaths
- Ernest J. King, US fleet admiral, Chief of Naval Operations, dies at 77
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About June 25, 1956
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 10 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: I'll Be Home - Pat Boone
