Historical Events
- Mine disaster in Quaregnon Belgium, 8 die
Famous Birthdays
- Dave Meros, American progressive rock bassist (Spock's Beard), born in Salinas, California
Famous Deaths
Connie Mack (1862-1956)
American Baseball Hall of Fame catcher, manager and owner (World Series 1910, 11, 13, 29, 30; most managerial wins, losses and games managed in MLB history; Philadelphia A's), dies at 93
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About February 8, 1956
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 2 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Sixteen Tons - Tennessee Ernie Ford
