Historical Events
- 1st seagoing oil drill rig placed in service
- British Army patrols withdraw from Belfast after 20 years
Music History
Tennessee Williams' "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" opens for 694 performances
1955 History
Famous Birthdays
- Doug Jarvis, Canadian ice hockey forward (record for most consecutive NHL games 964; Stanley Cup 1976-79 Montreal Canadiens), born in Brantford, Ontario
Famous Deaths
- John W. Davis, American politician and United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, dies at 81
About March 24, 1955
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 2 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Give Me Your Word - Tennessee Ernie Ford
