What Happened on November 12, 1954

Historical Events

  • Ellis Island, immigration station in NY Harbor is closed

People's Action Party

Lee Kuan Yew and others form the People's Action Party (PAP) in Singapore to work towards self-rule in Singapore

Famous Birthdays

  • Levine Andrade, Indian-British violinist (Arditti Quartet, 1974-90), film score composer, and conductor, born in Bombay, India (d. 2018)
  • Paul McNamee, Australian tennis player (World #1 doubles 1981; Australian Open doubles 1979, 83, Wimbledon 1980, 82) and administrator (Hopman Cup), born in Melbourne, Australia

About November 12, 1954

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 5 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: My Son My Son - Vera Lynn