Historical Events
Sports History
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Frank Robinson ties rookie record with his 38th HR
Baseball Record
New York Yankees Yogi Berra ties career record for HRs (236) by a catcher
- Vladimir Kuts runs world record 10k (28:42.8)
Famous Birthdays
- Tony Gilroy, American screenwriter and director (Bourne), born in Manhattan, New York
Famous Deaths
Billy Bishop (1894-1956)
Canadian First World War flying ace with 72 kills, dies at 62
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About September 11, 1956
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 7 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Whatever Will Be Will Be - Doris Day
