Historical Events
- Belgium shortens military conscription to 12 months
Famous Deaths
- Alfred Kubin, Austrian writer and illustrator, dies at 82
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About August 20, 1959
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 7 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Three Bells - The Browns
#1 Song: Living Doll - Cliff Richard & The Shadows
