Historical Events
- US bomber shot down by Soviet Air Defence Forces in the Sea of Japan, north of Vladivostok
Famous Birthdays
Geddy Lee (69 years old)
Canadian rock vocalist, and bassist (Rush - "Tom Sawyer"; "The Trees"; "New World Man"), born in Toronto, Ontario
- Ken Burns [Kenneth Lauren], American director and documentary film producer (The Civil War, Baseball), born in Brooklyn, New York
- Tim Gunn, American television and fashion personality (Project Runway), born in Washington, D.C.
1953 Highlights
About July 29, 1953
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 69 years and 10 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Believe - Frankie Laine
