Historical Events
Don't Be Cruel
Elvis Presley releases music single "Don't Be Cruel"
- WBIR TV channel 10 in Knoxville, TN (CBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Deaths
- Harry Donnan, Australian cricketer (5 Tests for Australia 1891-96), dies at 91
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About August 13, 1956
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 8 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Whatever Will Be Will Be - Doris Day
