Historical Events
- Archbishop Makarios returns to Cyprus after 3 years
Famous Deaths
- Albie Booth, American College Football Hall of Fame halfback (Yale University), dies of a heart attack at 51
1959 Highlights
About March 1, 1959
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Venus - Frankie Avalon
#1 Song: As I Love You - Shirley Bassey