Historical Events
Event of Interest
Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser announces plan to nationalize Suez Canal, initiating the "Suez Crisis"
Famous Birthdays
Dorothy Hamill (66 years old)
American figure skater (Olympic gold 1976), born in Chicago, Illinois
- Tommy Rich, American professional wrestler, born in Hendersonville, Tennessee
Famous Deaths
- Miguel Bernal Jiménez, Mexican organist, composer and pedagogue (Tata Vasco; Tres Cartas de México), dies of a heart attack at 46
1956 Highlights
About July 26, 1956
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 10 months and 8 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
