What Happened on September 14, 1953

Historical Events

Appointment of Interest

Nikita Khrushchev appointed First Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, succeeding Malenkov

  • Yanks clinch 5th straight pennant with 8-5 win over Indians

Famous Birthdays

  • Judy Playfair, Australian swimmer, born in Sydney, Australia
  • Tom Cora, American cellist and composer, born in Yancey Mills, Virginia (d. 1998)

About September 14, 1953

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 7 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Look At That Girl - Guy Mitchell