Historical Events
- "7th Heaven" opens at ANTA Theater NYC for 44 performances
Election of Interest
Conservatives led by Anthony Eden win British parliamentary election
Historic Event
Khrushchev arrives in Belgrade
Famous Birthdays
- Masaharu Morimoto, Japanese chef
- Wesley Walker, American NFL wide receiver (Pro Bowl 1978, 82; First-team All-Pro 1978; New York Jets 1977–89), born in San Bernardino, California
Famous Deaths
Alberto Ascari
Alberto Ascari, Italian auto racer (World F1 champion 1952, 53), dies in a testing accident at 36
1955 Highlights
About May 26, 1955
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 1 month and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White - Eddie Calvert
#1 Song: Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White - Eddie Calvert
