What Happened on October 19, 1953

Historical Events

  • 1st jet transcontinental nonstop scheduled service
  • Dystopian novel "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury is published in the US

Music History

Singer Julius LaRosa is fired on TV by Arthur Godfrey

1953 History
1953 Highlights

About October 19, 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: Libra

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Hey Joe - Frankie Laine