Historical Events
Event of Interest
Charles de Gaulle forms French government
- Saunders-Roe SR.N1, the first practical hovercraft, performs its first engine run
Famous Birthdays
- Juliano Mer-Khamis, Israeli actor, director, filmmaker and political activist, born in Nazareth, Israel (d. 2011)
- Mel Gaynor, British rock drummer (Simple Minds - "Don't You (Forget About Me)"; "Alive And Kicking"), born in Balham, London, England
- Rupert Everett, British actor (Another Country, My Best Friend's Wedding), born in Burnham Deepdale, England
About May 29, 1959
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 10 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Battle Of New Orleans - Johnny Horton
#1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley
