Historical Events
- Israeli assault on Gaza, kills 48
- KFAR (now KATN) TV channel 2 in Fairbanks, AK (ABC/NBC) 1st broadcast
- Pakistan and India play out a draw in the 5th cricket Test at the National Stadium in Karachi; 5 Test series drawn 0-0
Famous Birthdays
- Denis Mukwege, Congolese gynecologist, founded Panzi Hospital (Noble Peace Prize 2018), born in Bukavu, Belgian Congo
- Jimmy Fortune, American country singer (Statler Brothers - Class of '57), born in Newport News, Virginia
About March 1, 1955
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 3 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Softly, Softly - Ruby Murray
