Historical Events
- 82nd Kentucky Derby: David Erb aboard Needles wins in 2:03.4
- Broekster Boys soccer team forms in Damwoude
- Jim Bailey (US) runs mile a record 3:58.6 in LA Calif
- World championships of judo are 1st held in Tokyo
Famous Birthdays
- Dick Kemper, Dutch rock vocalist and bassist (Vandenberg), born in Eindhoven, Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Karel Rudolph Gallas, Dutch lexicographer (French Dictionary), dies at 88
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About May 5, 1956
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 11 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: No Other Love - Ronnie Hilton
