Historical Events
Billy Graham's Crusade
Evangelist Billy Graham launches his "crusade" in front of 18,000 people at Madison Square Garden in NYC
UK Tests a Hydrogen Bomb
Operation Grapple: Britain tests its first hydrogen bomb near Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean
Famous Birthdays
- Juan José Ibarretxe, Basque Lehendakari (Prime Minister)
- Kevin Von Erich, American professional wrestler
About May 15, 1957
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Rock-A-Billy - Guy Mitchell
