Historical Events
Sydney Opera House
Ceremony to mark the start of construction of the Sydney Opera House at Bennelong Point, Sydney
Famous Birthdays
- Larry Stewart, American country singer (Restless Heart - "Alright Already"), born in Paducah, Kentucky
Famous Deaths
- Eric Blore, British stage and screen actor (The Lone Wolf; Bowery to Baghdad; Abie's Irish Rose; Love Happy), dies of s heart attack at 71
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About March 2, 1959
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 1 month and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Venus - Frankie Avalon
#1 Song: As I Love You - Shirley Bassey
