Historical Events
- FBi arrests 6 members of the Great Brink's robbery gang, 6 days before statute of limitations runs out
Famous Deaths
- John Raedecker, Dutch sculptor (WW II Monument Amsterdam), dies at 70
- Norman Kerry, American actor (Air Eagles, Phantom of the Opera), dies at 61
1956 Highlights
About January 12, 1956
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 2 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley & His Comets
