Historical Events
Historic Event
British Prime Minister Winston Churchill makes an official visit to the US
Music Premiere
Darius Milhaud's orchestral composition "West Point Suite", marking the US Military Academy's sesquicentennial, premieres at Carnegie Hall, NYC
- Flying Enterprise sinks
Famous Deaths
- Nawab of Pataudi, cricket (play polo 3 Tests for Eng 3 for Ind), dies
- Victor Alexander John Hope, Viceroy of India (1936-43), dies at 64
1952 Highlights
About January 5, 1952
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 1 month and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn