Famous Birthdays
- Andreas Floer, German mathematician (Floer homology), born in Duisburg, Germany (d. 1991)
- David Wolf, American astronaut (STS 58, sk: 89/91), born in Indianapolis, Indiana
- Skipp Sudduth, American actor (Third Watch), born in Wareham, Massachusetts
- Valgerd Svarstad Haugland, Norwegian politician, born in Kvam, Norway
1956 Highlights
About August 23, 1956
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 1 month and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Whatever Will Be Will Be - Doris Day
