Historical Events
Morris Mini-Minor
British Motor Corporation introduces the Morris Mini-Minor, designed by Alec Issigonis, it was only 10 ft long but seated 4 passengers
Famous Birthdays
- Kathryn P Hire, American Lt Commander USN/astronaut (sk: STS 90), born in Mobile, Alabama
1959 Highlights
About August 26, 1959
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 9 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Three Bells - The Browns
#1 Song: Living Doll - Cliff Richard & The Shadows
