Historical Events
- US motto "In God We Trust" authorized
Famous Birthdays
- Anita Hill, American academic and attorney, accused Clarence Thomas of sexual harassment, born in Lone Tree, Oklahoma
- Delta Burke, American actress (Suzanne-Designing Women), born in Orlando, Florida
- Phil Fearon, English rocker (Galaxy, Kandidate - "I Don't Want to Lose You"), born in London
- Soraida Martinez, American painter and creator of Verdadism, born in Manhattan, New York City
Famous Deaths
- Maude Royden, English suffragist and preacher, dies at 79
1956 Highlights
About July 30, 1956
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 10 months and 1 day
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
