Historical Events
- KRCR TV channel 7 in Redding-Chico, California (ABC) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Doug Burgum, American businessman (Great Plains Software) and politician, Governor of North Dakota (2016-), born in Arthur, North Dakota
- Tom Leykis, American radio personality (The Tom Leykis Show), born in The Bronx, New York
1956 Highlights
About August 1, 1956
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Why Do Fools Fall In Love - Teenagers Featuring Frankie Lymon
