What Happened on September 10, 1956

Historical Events

  • Great Britain performs nuclear test at Maralinga, Australia
  • Public schools integrate in Louisville, Kentucky
  • WSYE (now WETM) TV channel 18 in Elmira-Corning, NY (NBC) 1st broadcast

Famous Birthdays

  • Johnny Fingers [John Moylett], Irish rocker (Boomtown Rats - "I Don't Like Mondays"), born in Dublin, Ireland
  • Johnny Hickman, American rock guitarist (Cracker), born in Redlands, California

About September 10, 1956

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 7 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Whatever Will Be Will Be - Doris Day