Historical Events
- Edward Ochab succeeds Bolesław Bierut as 1st secretary of the Polish Communist Party
- Mount Bezymianny on Kamchatka Peninsula (USSR) erupts
- Tunisia gains independence from France when the Protocol agreement signed between the two countries
- Union workers ended a 156-day strike at Westinghouse Electric Corp
- USSR performs nuclear test
Famous Birthdays
- Alphonso Martin, British reggae percussionist and vocalist (Steel Pulse, 1977-91 - "Prodigal Son"), born in Birmingham, England
- Phillip Oppenheim, British MP (C), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- Wilhelm Miklas, Austrian politician and 3rd President of Austria (1928-38), dies at 83
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About March 20, 1956
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 1 month and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: It's Almost Tomorrow - Dream Weavers
