What Happened on November 23, 1953

Historical Events

  • KVFD (now KTIN) TV channel 21 in Ft Dodge, IA (NBC) 1st broadcast
  • WJBF TV channel 6 in Augusta, GA (ABC) begins broadcasting

Famous Birthdays

  • Francis Cabrel, French folk and country singer-songwriter and guitarist, born in Agen, France
  • Martin Kent, Australian cricketer (Queensland batsman, Australia)

About November 23, 1953

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 5 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Answer Me - Frankie Laine