What Happened on November 18, 1956

Historical Events

"We Will Bury You"

Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev says the phrase "we will bury you!" to Western ambassadors at a reception at the Polish embassy in Moscow

Famous Birthdays

  • Laura Lynch, American bluegrass and country musician and songwriter (Dixie Chicks, 1989-95), born in El Paso, Texas (d. 2023) [1]
  • Noel Brotherston, Irish soccer winger (27 caps Northern Ireland; Blackburn Rovers 317 games), born in Dundonald, Northern Ireland (d. 1995)
  • Tony Franklin, American football kicker (Pro Bowl, NFL scoring leader 1986; New England Patriots), born in Big Spring, Texas
  • Warren Moon, NFL quarterback (Houston Oilers, Seahawks, Vikings)

About November 18, 1956

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 5 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Just Walkin' In The Rain - Johnnie Ray