Historical Events
Sports History
Syracuse fullback Jim Brown, scores NCAA record of 43 pts (vs Colgate)
- USSR performs atmospheric nuclear test
Famous Birthdays
- Enzo Favata, Italian jazz saxophonist and composer, born in Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
1956 Highlights
About November 17, 1956
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 7 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Just Walkin' In The Rain - Johnnie Ray