Historical Events
- British army occupies Ismailiya, Suez Canal Zone
Sports History
The NBA's first superstar George Mikan scores a career high 61 points leading the Minneapolis Lakers to a 91-81 double-overtime victory over the Rochester Royals
Famous Birthdays
- Ian Hill, English rock bassist (Judas Priest - "Breakin the Law"), born in West Bromwich, United Kingdom
- John Campbell, American blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter, born in Shreveport, Louisiana (d. 1993)
- Paul Stanley [Stanley Eisen], American rock guitarist, songwriter, and singer (KISS - "Rock and Roll All Nite"), born in Manhattan, New York
Famous Deaths
- Arthur Farwell, American composer, dies at 74
1952 Highlights
About January 20, 1952
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 71 years and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius