Historical Events
- "7th Heaven" opens at ANTA Theater NYC for 44 performances
Election of Interest
Conservatives led by Anthony Eden win British parliamentary election

Anthony Eden
Event of Interest
Khrushchev arrives in Belgrade

Nikita Khrushchev
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, 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? 65 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini